Removing Clutch Driven Plate And Pressure Plate
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
See also Clutch Driven Plate And Pressure Plate, Replacement And Checking
NOTE:
If the pressure plate is to be reused, or is being removed and reinstalled when replacing a crankshaft seal for example, pressure on the diaphragm spring must be relieved with the relief tool before the pressure plate is removed.
Method:
Unscrew the center screw until the tool can easily be hooked under the edge of the clutch housing. (See also Position the press tool on the pressure plate diaphragm spring. ).
When the tool has been hooked into place, screw in the center screw so that it comes into contact with the diaphragm spring. When the center screw is in contact with the diaphragm spring, note the position of the slotted handle and then screw it in two turns, but no more!
Remove pressure plate. Unscrew the center screw on the tool so that the diaphragm spring is not compressed for too long, max 24 hours.