Golf L4-1781cc 1.8L SOHC (ACC) Can (1993)
Clutch Disc: Service and Repair
Replacement
NOTE: Observe general repair instructions.
CAUTION:
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Replacement clutch pressure plates are greased and protected against corrosion. Only their friction surfaces are to be cleaned as further cleaning
results will lead to corrosion and shorten service life.
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Assemble the clutch so that the flywheel dowel pin(s) align with the bore(s) slot(s) in the pressure plate, otherwise the TDC marking on the
flywheel will be incorrect.
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Always refer to the engine code and engine number when consulting parts supplier for replacement clutch discs and pressure plates.
NOTE: Remove transmission to perform work on clutch, refer to replacement. See: Manual Transmission/Transaxle/Service and Repair
COMPONENT NOTES AND INFORMATION
1
Bolt
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7 x 40 mm
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Tighten to: 20 Nm (15 ft lb)
2
Flywheel
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Two versions, see below.
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Make sure that dowel pin(s) seat properly
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Clutch lining friction surface must be free of grooves, oil and grease
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Different clutch/flywheel sizes require different clutch housing (timing mark) plugs
3
Clutch disc
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Aligning, refer to procedures below.
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Diameter, refer to Transmission Identification.
WARNING:
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Friction materials such as clutch linings may contain asbestos fibers.
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DO NOT create dust by grinding, sanding or by cleaning with compressed air.
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Avoid breathing asbestos fibers and asbestos dust Breathing asbestos may result in serious diseases and cause injury or death.
4
Clutch push rod
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Grease in area of guide bushing in input shaft
5
Snap ring
6
Release plate
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Lightly lubricate pressure plate contact surface and clutch pushrod socket with G 000 100 grease
7
Attachment bolt, pressure plate to crankshaft
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Removing and installing, refer to Engine
8
Intermediate plate
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Installation position, refer to procedure below.
9
Pressure plate
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Two versions, refer to information below
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Maximum distortion of pressure plate inner surface: 0.20 mm (0.008 inch)
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Replace pressure plate that has damaged or loose rivets.
CAUTION:
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Pressure plates are treated against corrosion and greased. Only the friction surface must be cleaned.
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When assembling the clutch make sure that the flywheel dowel pin(s) and the hole(s) or slot(s) in the pressure plate are aligned.