Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Alfa Romeo
01 Introduction and contents02 Technical data and maintenance03 Engine04 Clutch05 Gearbox06 Front axle and drive shafts07 Brakes08 Steering09 Suspension and wheels10 Heating and ventilation11 Bodywork12 Timing belt data sheets
Alfa Romeo 145/146 Factory Service Manual (1994-1999)04 · Clutch
04 · Transmission

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.
  1. Install flywheel stopper tool no. 1.820.624.000.
  2. Install tool no. 1.820.124.000 (A.4.0222) in the clutch plate hub.
  3. Slacken the screws fastening the pressure plate to the flywheel.
Flywheel stopper tool 1.820.624.000 and tool 1.820.124.000 (A.4.0222) fitted to the clutch plate hub and pressure plate
  1. Remove the pressure plate.
  2. Remove the clutch plate.
Pressure plate and clutch plate removed
  1. Withdraw the thrust bearing from its sleeve on the gearbox cover.
Thrust bearing in its sleeve on the gearbox cover

When refitting the bearing must not stick or turn noisily, otherwise it must be replaced.

CHECKS AND INSPECTIONS

  1. 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)
Newat wear limit
6.7 ÷ 7.35.9
  • 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

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