Escort L4-116 1.9L SOHC HO (1989)
Clutch: Testing and Inspection
Intermediate Clutch
WITH ATX (FLC)
INSPECTION
1. Inspect the clutch cylinder thrust surfaces, piston bore, and clutch plate serrations for scores or burrs. Minor burrs or scores can be removed with
crocus cloth. Replace clutch cylinder as necessary.
2. Check fluid passage in the clutch cylinder for obstructions. Clean out all fluid passages and inspect for scores, replacing if necessary. Inspect
piston check ball for freedom of movement and proper seating.
3. Check the clutch release spring for distortion and cracks, replacing spring if necessary.
4. Inspect composition clutch plates, steel clutch plates and clutch pressure plate for worn or scorched bearing surfaces. Replace as necessary.
5. Check clutch plates for flatness and fit on the clutch hub serrations. Discard any plate that does not slide freely on the serrations or that is not flat.
6. Check clutch hub thrust surfaces for scores and clutch hub splines for wear.
7. Inspect turbine shaft bearing surfaces for scores. If excessive clearance or scores are found, discard unit.
8. Check splines on the turbine shaft for wear, replacing the shaft if the splines are excessively worn. Inspect the bushing in the turbine shaft for
scores.
