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Pressure Plate: Testing and Inspection





CLUTCH COVER INSPECTION [F35M-R]

1. Remove the clutch cover. Removal and Replacement

2. Measure the wear of the diaphragm spring fingers.






- If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the clutch cover. Removal and Replacement

Clutch cover diaphragm spring fingers maximum depth
- 0.6 mm {0.02 in}

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






- If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the clutch cover. Removal and Replacement

Maximum clearance of flatness of the pressure plate
- 0.5 mm {0.02 in}

4. When checking the diaphragm spring fingers, mount a dial indicator on the cylinder block.

5. Rotate the flywheel and check for misaligned diaphragm spring fingers.






- If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the clutch cover. Removal and Replacement

Clutch cover diaphragm spring fingers maximum height difference
- 1.0 mm {0.039 in}