Check the pressure plate for out-of-true

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Fig 1: Checking Pressure Plate For Out-Of-True

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Wipe the pressure plate friction area clean.

Check any out-of-true carefully. Use a ruler and a feeler gauge. Out-of-true is permitted in one direction only.

Out-of-true must not exceed 0.2 mm . If out-of-true is greater, replace the clutch.

The clutch must be replaced as a complete unit.