Clutch: Service and Repair

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Manual Transmission/Transaxle


INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
>>A<< CLUTCH DISC AND CLUTCH COVER INSTALLATION





1. Apply Mitsubishi genuine grease part number 0101011 or equivalent to the clutch disc splines and rub it in the splines with a brush.
2. Place the clutch disc inside the clutch cover. Be sure to install the disk as shown in the illustration.
3. Use the clutch disc guide to position the clutch disc on the flywheel.
4. Install the clutch cover onto the flywheel.

CLUTCH INSPECTION

CLUTCH COVER
1. Check the diaphragm spring end for wear and uneven height. Replace if wear is evident or height difference exceeds the limit.
Limit: 0.5 mm (0.020 inch)
2. Check the pressure plate surface for wear, cracks and discoloration.
3. Check the rivets of the strap plate for looseness. If loose, replace the clutch cover.

CLUTCH DISC

CAUTION: Don't clean the clutch disc in a cleaning solvent.





1. Check the facing for loose rivets, uneven contact, evidence of seizure, or deposited oils and greases. If defective, replace the clutch disc.

NOTE: If contaminated with grease or oil, determine the source of the contaminant and repair it.

2. Measure the rivet sink. Replace the clutch disc if it is below the limit.
Minimum limit: 0.3 mm (0.012 inch)
3. Check the torsion spring for play and damage. If defective, replace the clutch disc.
4. Place the clutch disc on the input shaft and check for sliding condition and play in the rotating direction. If poor sliding condition is evident, clean, reassemble, and recheck. If excessive play is evident, replace the clutch disc and/or input shaft.


CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING

CAUTION: Release bearing is packed with grease. Therefore, do not wash it in a cleaning solvent.

Check for seizure, damage, noise or binding/rough rotation.