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Clutch in connection with simple flywheel > < Assembly overview - "LuK" clutch

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Removing and installing „LuK“ clutch
Removing and installing „LuK“ clutch
Removing
l  Remove gearbox.
–  Use counterhold -3067- to loosen bolts.
–  Loosen bolts in small steps and diagonally.
–  Remove pressure plate and clutch plate.
Installing
Install in the reverse order of removal, observing the following:
  Note
t  Renew pressure plate and clutch plate together only. Select clutch plate and pressure plate according to engine code and → Electronic parts catalogue (ETKA).
t  Check whether dowel sleeves for aligning engine and gearbox are fitted in cylinder block and install if necessary.
t  If dowel sleeves are not fitted, difficulties shifting gears, clutch problems and possible noises from the gearbox (rattling of gears which are not engaged) could occur.
   
Installation position of clutch plate
l  Lettering „Getriebeseite“ (gearbox side) faces gearbox.
  A30-0132
Checking ends of diaphragm spring
l  Wear to half the thickness of the diaphragm spring -arrows- is permitted.
  A30-0152
Checking spring connections and riveted connections
–  Check spring connections -arrows A- for damage and riveted connections -arrows B- for secure seating.
  A30-0153
Checking position of adjusting mechanism with new pressure plates only
l  Both edges -A- of the adjuster ring must be located between the two notches -arrows B-.
l  If the adjuster ring takes up a different position in new pressure plates, the pressure plate and clutch plate are not allowed to be installed.
l  The adjuster ring may take up a position outside the notches in used clutches.
  N30-10144
–  Reverse counterhold tool -3067- for installation.
–  Push pressure plate onto dowel pins.
–  To centre clutch plate, use centring mandrel -3190 A-.
Install pressure plate as follows so it is not deformed during installation (leads to jolts when moving off):
–  Tighten all bolts evenly by hand until bolt heads contact pressure plate.
–  Tighten bolts in small steps diagonally in order not to damage centring holes of pressure plate and centring pins of dual-mass flywheel.
Torque setting → Item
l  Install gearbox.
  A30-0151

Clutch in connection with simple flywheel > < Assembly overview - "LuK" clutch