2.1 Clutch elements - models with mechanical clutch release drive
1. Bolts securing the pressure plate to the flywheel; 2. Pressure disc; 3. Slave disk; 4. Release bearing mounting clamp; 5. Release bearing; 6. Spring pin; 7. Clutch release fork shaft; 8. Clutch release fork; 9. Seal; 10. Return spring; 11. Washers
2. Using pliers, remove the release bearing retaining clip from the fork (2.1).
3. Remove the bearing from the housing. Be careful not to lose the retaining spring.
4. Check the bearing and if it rotates poorly or is noisy, it must be replaced.
Clutch release fork mounted on axle
4.5a If there is enough space, knock out the spring pins using a punch and hammer
4.5b If there is not enough space, remove the pin using a puller - the picture shows a Mitsubishi puller (MD998807)
1. Clutch release fork; 2. Nut; 3. Spring pin; 4. MD99B807
4.5v After installing the puller, turn the head clockwise to remove the pin
4.5g Release fork and release bearing elements
1. Mounting clamp; 2. Release bearing; 3. Spring pin; 4. Axis; 5. Return spring; 6. Clutch release fork; 7. Washer; 8. Washer
5. Inspect the fork ends for excessive wear. To replace the fork, knock out or remove with a puller the spring pin (4.5a, 4.5b, 4.5c and 4.5g) and remove the fork, spring and washers.
4.6a Lubricate the indicated areas with high temperature grease
1. Lubrication
4.6b Install the spring pins with the cut side facing up
1. Section
6. Lubricate the release fork axle socket with high-temperature grease (4.6a), move the axle to the side and install the washers, spring and fork. Install new spring pins (4.6b).
4.7a Lubricate the indicated areas with high temperature grease
1. Lubrication
4.7b Lubricate the inner groove of the release bearing with high-temperature grease
7. Lubricate the ends of the clutch release fork with high-temperature grease (4.7a). Also lubricate the inner surface of the release bearing (4.7b) and install it on the fork.
8. Install the bearing retaining clamp.
9. Install the gearbox on the vehicle.
Clutch release fork with ball joint
4.10 Clutch release fork fastening elements with ball joint
1. Mounting clamp; 2. Release bearing; 3. Clutch release fork; 4. Ball joint; 5. Fork cover
10. Inspect the fork ends for excessive wear and replace the fork if necessary (4.10).
11. Before installing the fork, lubricate the contact surfaces.
12. Installation is carried out in the reverse order of removal.