FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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3 - Clutch Noise

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 3 - Clutch Noise

STEP 1. Check insufficient clutch pedal play.
Q: Does the clutch pedal play meet the standard value?
YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: Adjust the clutch pedal play. Then go to Step 9.

STEP 2. Check the clutch cover assembly for improper installation.
Q: Is the clutch cover assembly installed properly?
YES: Go to Step 3.
NO: Replace the clutch cover assembly. Then go to Step 9.

STEP 3. Check the clutch disc facing for excessive wear.
Q: Is the clutch disc facing assembly worn excessively?
YES: Replace the clutch disc assembly. Then go to Step 9.
NO: Go to Step 4.

STEP 4. Check the clutch release fork for catching.
Q: Is the clutch release fork stuck?
YES: Replace the clutch release fork. Then go to Step 9.
NO: Go to Step 5.

STEP 5. Check the clutch release bearing for wear.
Q: Is the clutch release bearing worn?
YES: Replace the clutch release bearing. Then go to Step 9.
NO: Go to Step 6.

STEP 6. Check the torsion spring for wear and damage.
Q: Is the torsion spring worn or damaged?
YES: Replace the clutch disc. Then go to Step 9.
NO: Go to Step 7.

STEP 7. Check the pilot bushing for damage.
Q: Is the pilot bushing damaged?
YES: Replace the pilot bushing. Then go to Step 9.
NO: Go to Step 8.

STEP 8. Check the bearing sleeve sliding surface for insufficient lubrication.
Q: Is the lubrication of the bearing sleeve sliding surface sufficient?
YES: Go to Step 9.
NO: Repair the bearing sleeve sliding surface.
Then go to Step 9.

STEP 9. Check the symptom.
Q: Is the symptom reproduced?
YES: Return to Step 1.
NO: This diagnosis is complete.