Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Forward Clutch




COMPONENTS

INSPECTION OF FORWARD CLUTCH




1. INSPECT CLUTCH PISTON
a. Check that the check ball is free by shaking the piston.
b. Check that valve does not leak by applying low-pressure compressed air.




2. INSPECT DISC, PLATE AND FLANGE
Check that the sliding surface of disc, plate and flange worn or burnt. If necessary, replace them.

HINT:
- If the lining of the disc is exfoliated or discolored, or even a part of the printed numbers are defaced, replace all discs.
- Before assembling new discs, soak them in ATF for at least two hours.