Husqvarna K970 SmartGuard Workshop Manual page 54

3. Pull the clutch drum from the axle. Make a note of
the position of the washer against the bearing
nearest the crankcase.
6.13.2 To examine the clutch for wear
Repair the clutch if the cutting blade is engaged at
engine speeds less than 3100 rpm.
1. Measure the height of the clutch shoe edges.
The clutch shoe edges must not be less than 1 mm/
0.04 in. Make sure that the clutch is balanced. Do
not replace only 1 clutch shoe from a different
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clutch. If it is necessary, replace with a full clutch
assembly.
2. Measure the inner diameter of the clutch drum.
The inner diameter of the clutch drum must not be
more than 79.8 mm/3.1 in. If it is necessary, replace
with a new clutch drum.
6.13.3 To assemble the clutch
WARNING: Risk of injury. Assemble the clutch
with the correct tightening torque. Use a torque
wrench.
• Tighten the clutch with a torque of 37–43 Nm.
6.13.4 To remove the clutch springs
1. Put the clutch in a vise.
2. Put a large screwdriver against the end of the
spring. Hit the screwdriver with your hand to release
the spring.
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