Replacing Clutch

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Fig 1: Clutch Cable

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Remove transmission.

Removing transmission: See Transmission, removal .

Fig 2: Identifying Clutch Line

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Remove clutch line from adapter by pulling out the locking tongue which locks quick-release connector to adapter.
Remove quick-release connector from adapter.
Make sure that any brake fluid that leaks out is wiped off.
Reinstall locking tongue in adapter.
Attach a plastic bag with an elastic band to the open end of the clutch line to catch any fluid that runs out.
Lift up pipe from holder on side of transmission and place it to one side.
Remove ground lead from transmission.
Remove clamps from engine cable harness.
Then continue with operations D6 to D26 to remove transmission.

Fig 1: Checking The Clutch

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Procedure for replacing the clutch and clutch driven plate as follows:

In order to replace clutch first remove transmission according to Replacing clutch .

Illustration shows self-adjusting clutch.

Fig 2: Checking Clutch Driven Plate

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Illustration shows clutch driven plate when attached to self-adjusting clutch.