Clutch: Service and Repair
CLUTCHREMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Removal Steps 1-6:
Removal Steps 7-12:
Required Special Tools:
^ MD999601: Valve stem seal installer
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
]]A[[ RELEASE FORK INSTALLATION
Apply specified grease to the illustrated positions of the release fork.
Specified grease:
Mitsubishi Part No. 0101011 or equivalent
]]B[[ SEALING CAP INSTALLATION
Using the special tool, MD999601, press-fit the sealing cap into the end face of the clutch housing.
]]C[[ CLUTCH DISC / CLUTCH COVER INSTALLATION
1. Apply specified grease to the clutch disc splines.
Specified grease:
Mitsubishi Part No. 0101011 or equivalent
2. Using a general service tool, position the clutch disc on the flywheel
3. Install the clutch cover onto the flywheel, and tighten bolts in the diagonal order.
4. Remove the general service tool
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.