Determining Clutch Manufacturer: Notes

Either a "Sachs" or a "LuK" clutch may be installed.

It is possible to tell which clutch the vehicle has with the transmission installed:

-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to Description and Operation .

There are some openings -arrows- between the engine -A- and the transmission -B- near the bottom of the oil pan.

Fig 1: Identifying Recesses Located Between Engine And Transmission

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-- Check the outer contour of the flywheel through these openings.

-- The outer contour of the flywheel can also be inspected by removing the small cover plate -A-.

Fig 2: Identifying Flywheel Small Cover Plate Behind Right-Hand Flanged Shaft

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