Clutch play measurement, checking

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The clutch play cannot be measured until the ATF pump has been installed.
Attach dial gauge holder to transmission housing and place dial gauge on turbine shaft with a preload of 1 mm.
Move turbine shaft up and down and read play on dial gauge.
Play:

min. = 0.5 mm

max. = 1.2 mm

Fig 1: Measuring Clutch Play (Clutch Play Between -K1- and - K2-)

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