Inspection Of Drive Clutch Parts - Club Car FE350 2005 Maintenance Service Supplement

TORQUE CONVERTER
6. Remove the retaining ring (3) from the shaft of the fixed face assembly (7) and slide the moveable face
(14) off the shaft (Figure 17-5, Page 17-6). See following NOTE.
NOTE: If the moveable face is removed from the hub of the fixed face, the spiral back-up rings (12) must
be replaced with new ones (Figure 17-5, Page 17-6).
7. Remove the spacer (16), and spring (4) and retainer (5). The spring retainer can be removed from the
spring if necessary (Figure 17-5, Page 17-6).
8. If necessary, remove idler bearing. Use a press to remove the bearing (Figure 17-12, Page 17-9). See
following NOTE.
NOTE: Do not remove the idler bearing unless it needs to be replaced. If idler bearing is removed, replace
it with a new bearing.
9. Use a scribe or small pick to remove the spiral backup rings (12) from each end of the bore in the fixed
face assembly (Figure 17-5, Page 17-6). See also Figure 17-13, Page 17-9. Discard the rings.
Figure 17-12 Remove Idler Bearing

INSPECTION OF DRIVE CLUTCH PARTS

1. Inspect the idler bearing (6) for smooth rotation or seal damage (Figure 17-5, Page 17-6). See follow-
ing NOTE.
NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of grease to be present at the edge of seal.
2. Inspect the bore of the moveable face assembly (14) for scarring or wear. The moveable face assembly
must be replaced if the bore is worn to a diameter of 0.883 inch (22.4 mm) or larger (Figure 17-5,
Page 17-6).
3. Inspect the steel shaft (7) on the fixed face assembly. There should be no measurable wear anywhere
on the shaft. Replace the shaft if it is worn, scratched, or damaged.
4. Inspect the thrust washer (11) for wear. If it is worn more than 0.030 inch (0.76 mm), turn it over or replace
it with a new one.
5. Inspect the primary weights (2) and the hub casting for wear. If the primary weights show signs they are
touching the casting, the tips of the weights have worn beyond specification and they must be replaced.
PRESS RAM
IDLER BEARING
BEARING PULLER
FIXED FACE
ASSEMBLY
2005 FE350 Gasoline Vehicle Maintenance and Service Supplement
Figure 17-13 Spiral Back-up Rings
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Drive Clutch
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