Clutch Disc; Release Bearing; Clutch Cover - Mazda MX-5 1990 Workshop Manual

CLUTCH UNIT, RELEASE BEARING, CLUTCH COVER, CLUTCH DISC
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Clutch disc
1. Clean the clutch disc splines and main drive gear splines,
and apply Mori White TA No.2 or equivalent organic
molybdeum grease.
2. Hold the clutch disc in position with the SST.
Clutch cover
1. Install the SST.
2. Align the dowel holes with the flywheel dowels.
3. Tighten the bolts evenly and gradually in the pattern shown.
Tightening torque:
18-26 N·m (1.8-2.7 m-kg, 13-20 ft-Ib)
RELEASE BEARING
INSPECTION
Note
• The clutch release bearing is a sealed bearing and
must not be washed in solvent.
Turn the bearing while applying force in the axial direction.
If the bearing sticks or has excessive resistance, replace it.
CLUTCH COVER
INSPECTION
Note
• Minor scoring or burning should be removed with
emery paper.
1. Inspect the'contact surface of the clutch disc for scoring,
cracks, and burning, repair or replace as necessary.
2. Inspect the contact surface of the clutch release bearing
for wear and cracks.
3. If there is wear or cracks, replace the clutch cover.
CLUTCH DISC
INSPECTION
Note
• Use sandpaper if the trouble is minor.
1. Inspect the lining surface for burning and oil contamination.
Replace the clutch disc if it is badly burned or oil soaked.
2. Inspect for loose facing rivets or torsion rubbers.
Replace the clutch disc if any are loose.
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