Description
- Make
- Alfa Romeo
- Model
- 145/146 Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 1994–1999
- Section
- Clutch mechanism (1370 T. SPARK 16V) › Description
ClutchDescription
DESCRIPTION
See the description of the 1929 TD engine
CLUTCH PLATE AND PRESSURE PLATE
REMOVING/REFITTING
- Remove the gearbox differential unit (see GROUP 21).
- When changing the clutch plate only, mark the position between pressure plate and flywheel to facilitate refitting operations.
- Install flywheel stopper tool no. 1.820.624.000.
- Install tool no. 1.820.124.000 (A.4.0222) in the clutch plate hub.
- Slacken the screws fastening the pressure plate to the flywheel.
- Remove the pressure plate.
- Remove the clutch plate.
- Withdraw the thrust bearing from its sleeve on the gearbox cover.
When refitting the bearing must not stick or turn noisily, otherwise it must be replaced.
CHECKS AND INSPECTIONS
- Check that lining wear is even and that the thickness of the clutch plate is not below the minimum specified limit.
| Thickness "S" of clutch plate (mm) | |
|---|---|
| New | at wear limit |
| 6.7 ÷ 7.3 | 5.9 |
- Check that there are no burns or signs of vitrification, that fastening is correct and that the springs are intact.
- Check that the clutch plate hub is intact, slides freely and that there is no excessive play on the engagement of the power takeoff shaft.
- Check the working surfaces of the flywheel and pressure plate for signs of overheating, eneven wear, nicks or material removal.
- Check the thrust bearing for noise, excessive play and that it runs freely on the guide sleeve.
- Check the fork for cracks, distortion, freedom of movement and excessive wear on the working surfaces.
Parts & tools for this job For 1994 Alfa Romeo 145/146
- PARTClutch kitSearch: Alfa Romeo 145/146 1994 clutch kit
- TOOLClutch alignment toolSearch: clutch alignment tool
- FLUIDGear oilSearch: Alfa Romeo 145/146 manual gearbox oil
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