Clutch Removal and Inspection

1. Remove transaxle from vehicle.
2. Check slave cylinder release bearing minimal bearing drag. Replace slave cylinder if no/little drag is found.

NOTICE: Remove bolts in a progressive crisscross pattern to prevent warping of the cover stamping.

3. Remove pressure plate assembly to flywheel bolts.
4. Remove pressure plate assembly and clutch disc.





IMPORTANT: Black random spotting on friction surface of pressure plate assembly is normal.

5. Inspect pressure plate assembly surface for excessive wear, chatter marks, cracks or overheating (indicated by blue discoloration). Replace pressure plate assembly if damaged.
6. Check for clutch cover assembly warpage using a straight edge and feeler gauge.
Maximum warpage: 0.15 mm (0.006 inch)





7. Check clutch disc facings for oil or burnt spots. Replace clutch disc if necessary.
8. Check disc for loose damper springs, hub, or rivets. Replace disc if any are broken or excessively loose.





9. Inspect flywheel ring gear for wear or damage. Replace flywheel if damaged.

IMPORTANT: Black random spotting on friction surface of flywheel is normal.

10. Check flywheel to clutch disc contact surface for wear, cracks, chatter marks, or overheating (indicated by blue discoloration). Repair or replace flywheel if necessary.





11. Measure flywheel runout using a dial indicator for at least two revolutions. Repair or replace flywheel if not within specification.
Maximum Runout: 0.15 mm (0.006 inch)





12. Check flywheel for warpage using a straight edge and feeler gauge.
Maximum Warpage: 0.15 mm (0.006 inch)





13. Remove flywheel-to-crankshaft bolts and remove flywheel.