Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Pressure Plate





Check the height-variation of the diaphragm spring fingers using the dial indicator (A). If the variation is more than the service limit, replace the pressure plate





Inspect for warpage using a straight edge (A) and feeler gauge (B). Measure across the pressure plate (C). If the warpage is more than the service limit, replace the pressure plate





Torque the mounting bolts in a criss-cross pattern. Tighten the bolts in several steps to prevent warping the diaphragm spring