Forward Clutch Clearance Inspection: Inspection

1. Input Shaft Assembly - Remove

2. Forward Clutch Clearance - Inspect

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1. Secure the input shaft assembly (A) in a bench vise (B) with wood blocks (C).

NOTE: After this procedure, remove any wood chips that may be stuck to the spline.

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2. Set a dial indicator (A) on the clutch end-plate (B)

3. Zero the dial indicator with the clutch end-plate is lifted up to the snap ring (C)

4. Release the clutch end-plate to lower the clutch end-plate.

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5. Put the clutch compressor attachment with the clutch compressor attachment 64 mm on the clutch end-plate (A).

NOTE: Be sure to set the clutch compressor attachment with the indented mark facing upward

6. Press the clutch compressor attachment down with 39.2 N (4.00 kgf, 8.81 Ibf) (the weight of the clutch compressor attachment is included) (B) using a force gauge, and read the dial indicator (C)

7. The dial indicator reads the clearance (D) between the clutch end-plate and the top disc (E). Take measurements in at least three places, and use the average as the actual clearance.

Clearance Between Clutch End-Plate and Top Disc Standard: 0.8-1.0 mm (0.031-0.039 in)

8. If the clearance is out of the standard, replace the input shaft assembly.

3. Input Shaft Assembly - Install