Clutch installation

Tiny
MICHAEL 1972
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  • 2002 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
  • 1.5L
  • 2WD
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  • 2,700,000 MILES
Install new clutch.
Monday, October 29th, 2018 AT 5:34 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Here are the directions from Alldata for replacement. All attached pictures correlate with these directions.

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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
[A] RELEASE FORK REMOVAL

1. Move the release fork in the direction shown to remove the clip from the fulcrum.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
]A[ GREASE APPLICATION TO RELEASE FORK

Specified grease: MITSUBISHI genuine grease part No. 0101011 or equivalent

]B[ CLUTCH DISC INSTALLATION

1. Apply the specified grease to the clutch disc splines and rub it in the splines with a brush.
Specified grease: MITSUBISHI genuine grease part No. 0101011 or equivalent
2. Using the clutch disc guide to position the clutch disc on the flywheel.

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 immerse and 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.
2. Measure the rivet sink and replace the clutch disc if it is out of specification.
Limit: 0.3 mm (0.012 inch)
3. Check the torsion spring for looseness and damage. If defective, replace the clutch disc.
4. Combine the clutch disc with 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 looseness is evident, replace the clutch disc and/or input shaft.

CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING

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

1. Check for seizure, damage, noise or improper rotation.
2. Check for wear on the surface, which contacts with the diaphragm spring.
3. Check for wear on the surface, which contacts with release fork. If abnormally worn, replace.

RELEASE FORK
If the surface which contacts with the bearing is abnormally worn, replace.

I hope this is helpful. Let me know if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe
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