Pressure Plate: Testing and Inspection

CLUTCH COVER INSPECTION





1. Remove the clutch cover.
2. Measure the wear of the diaphragm spring fingers using a vernier caliper.
Maximum wear 0.6 mm (0.024 inch)
^ If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the clutch cover.





3. Measure the pressure plate flatness using a straight edge and a feeler gauge.

Note:
^ Measure the pressure plate flatness across the center.
Maximum flatness 0.5 mm (0.020 inch)
^ If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the clutch cover.





4. Attach a dial gauge to the rear housing, rotate the flywheel, then inspect for height difference between the diaphragm spring fingers.
Maximum height difference 1.0 mm (0.039 inch)
^ If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the clutch cover.