Clutch Assembly: Inspection

Inspect for oil leakage through engine rear main bearing oil seal and transmission input shaft. If leakage is noted, it should be corrected at this time. Inspect friction faces of flywheel and clutch cover (pressure plate) for:

• Excessive Discoloration
• Burned Areas
• Small Cracks
• Deep Grooves
• Ridges

The disc assembly should be handled without touching facings. Replace disc if facings show evidence of grease or oil soakage, or wear to within less than .38 mm (.015") of rivet heads. The splines on disc hub and transaxle input shaft should be a snug fit without signs of excessive wear. Metallic portions of disc assembly should be dry and clean, and not been discolored from excessive heat. Each of arched springs between facings should not be broken and all rivets should be tight.

Using a straightedge, check clutch cover (pressure plate) for flatness. The clutch cover (pressure plate) friction area should be flat within .020" and free from discoloration, burned areas, cracks, grooves, or ridges. Using a surface plate, test cover for flatness. All sections around attaching bolt holes should be in contact with surface plate within .015". The cover should be a snug fit on flywheel dowels. If clutch assembly does not meet these requirements, it should be replaced.