Clutch Disc: Testing and Inspection

CLUTCH DISC INSPECTION [A26M-R]

CAUTION:
- Secure the steering wheel using tape or a cable to prevent the steering shaft from rotating after disconnecting the steering shaft. If the steering wheel rotates after the steering shaft and the steering gear and linkage are disconnected, the internal parts of the clock spring could be damaged.

1. Remove the battery cover. Removal and Replacement

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Removal and Replacement

3. Remove the PCM cover No.1. Service and Repair

4. Disconnect the PCM connector. Service and Repair

5. Remove the following parts:
a. Battery tray and PCM component Removal and Replacement

b. Air cleaner component Service and Repair

c. Charge air cooler cover Service and Repair

d. Charge air cooler Service and Repair

e. Fuel pump resistor Service and Repair

f. Front tires Service and Repair

g. Splash shield Splash Shield Removal/Installation

h. Aerodynamic under cover No.2 Aerodynamic Under Cover No.2 Removal/Installation

i. WU-TWC bracket Service and Repair

j. Starter Removal and Replacement

k. Front auto leveling sensor Service and Repair

6. Drain the transaxle oil into a suitable container. Transaxle Oil Replacement

7. Remove the manual transaxle. Manual Transaxle Removal/Installation

8. Remove the clutch cover. Service and Repair

9. Remove the clutch disk. Service and Repair

10. Using vernier calipers, measure the thickness of the lining at a rivet head on both sides.






- If it less than the minimum specification, replace the clutch disc. Service and Repair

Minimum clutch disc thickness
- 0.3 mm {0.01 in}

11. Measure the clutch disc runout using a dial gauge.






- If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the clutch disc. Service and Repair

Maximum clutch disc runout
- 0.7 mm {0.03 in}

12. Install in the reverse order of removal.

13. Perform the auto leveling system initialization. Programming and Relearning

14. Add the specified amount of specified transaxle oil. Transaxle Oil Replacement

15. Warm up the engine and transaxle, inspect for oil leakage, and inspect the transaxle operation.

WARNING:
- Improperly jacking a transaxle is dangerous. It can slip off the jack and may cause serious injury.

NOTE:
- If the transaxle is overhauled and installed to the vehicle, perform the 'INSPECTION AFTER TRANSAXLE OVERHAUL' and verify that there is no abnormality. Inspection After Transaxle Installation