MTC Practical Training Assessment

Clutch Removal, Disassembly and Inspection

Performance
Objectives:
Upon completion of this job sheet, you will able to properly remove a clutch
from the vehicle, inspect it and reinstall it.

Tools and Materials:

Service manual
Technicians tool set
Straight edge
Feeler gauges
Flywheel turner
Dial indicator
Clutch alignment tool
Special HEPA filter break and clutch vacuum
Transmission jack
Engine support bar
Protective clothing / Equipment
Googles or safety glasses with side shields.
Describe the vehicle being worked on
Year Make Model Engine Engine
type size

Procedure:
1. Insert the clutch alignment tool in to the assembly and remove the
bolts holding it in. Remove the clutch assembly and place it on the
bench
2. Loosen the bolts partially, one at a time. Then continue to remove
them all once the assembly is partially pushed out. The spring action of
the pressure plate may cause the clutch cover to become bent.
3. Once the clutch is removed from the vehicle perform a visual
inspection on the following components and describe their appearance
and if they need replacement
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Item Ok Needs Repair

Clutch fork
Clutch friction
material
Clutch springs
Pressure plate
facing
Pressure plate bolt
holes
Release bearing
Pilot
bushing/bearing
Diaphragm spring
Clutch hub
Flywheel facing
Flywheel ring teeth
Input shaft

4. Check the pressure plate for warpage using a feeler gauge and straight
edge. Compare against manufacture specification.
5. Describe what can cause the flywheel or pressure plate surface wrap or
crack
6. Check the crankshaft rear main seal and oil pan gasket for leakage.
Describe how an oil leak in these areas can cause reduced clutch
performance
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7. Remove the pilot bearing/bushing according to the service manuals
procedures
8. Align and position the clutch and pressure plate assembly onto the
input shaft and torque the bolts to specification in a star pattern

Measurement
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Clutch Cover

Descript Measur
ion ed
Value
PCD
OD
ID

Clutch Disc

Descript Measur
ion ed
Value
OD
ID

Spline Hub

Descript Measur
ion ed
Value
Large
Diameter