Pressure Plate: Testing and Inspection
CLUTCH COVER INSPECTION1. Remove the clutch cover.
2. Measure the wear of the diaphragm spring fingers using a vernier caliper.
Maximum wear
0.6 mm (0.024 in)
^ 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 in)
^ 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 in)
^ If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the clutch cover.