Clutch Assembly Replacement

Fig. 7 Clutch Assembly Replacement:

Replace clutch in numbered sequence, noting the following:
1. Remove transaxle. Refer to Transmission and Drivetrain/Manual Transmission/Service and Repair/Transaxle Replacement.
2. Diagonally loosen clutch cover bolts in two or three steps.
3. Support clutch cover and remove cover bolts, lowering clutch and clutch cover.

Fig. 8 Release Fork Removal:

4. Slide release fork in direction of arrow as shown, and disengage fulcrum from clip to release fork.

CAUTION:
Do not push the release fork in direction other than arrow or remove with force as clip may be damaged.

Fig. 9 Clutch Disc Installation:

5. Reverse procedure to install. Use special clutch positioning tool No. MD998126, or equivalent, to install clutch disc on flywheel.