Service Procedures; Clutch Component Lubrication; Clutch Linkage Fluid - Jeep cherokee 2000 Service Manual

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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)
CONDITION
Clutch pedal squeak.
Clutch master or slave cylinder
plunger dragging andør binding
Release bearing is noisy.
Contact surface of release bearing
damaged.
Partial engagement of clutch disc.
One side of disc is worn and the
other side is glazed and lightly
worn.

SERVICE PROCEDURES

CLUTCH COMPONENT LUBRICATION

Proper clutch component lubrication is important
to satisfactory operation. Using the correct lubricant
and not over lubricating are equally important. Apply
recommended lubricant sparingly to avoid disc and
pressure plate contamination.
Clutch and transmission components requiring
lubrication are:
• Pilot bearing.
• Release lever pivot ball stud.
• Release lever contact surfaces.
• Release bearing bore.
• Clutch disc hub splines.
• Clutch pedal pivot shaft bore.
• Clutch pedal bushings.
• Input shaft splines.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
1. Pivot pin loose.
2. Master cylinder bushing not
lubricated.
3. Pedal bushings worn out or
cracked.
1. Master or slave cylinder
components worn or corroded.
1. Release bearing defective or
damaged.
1. Clutch cover incorrect or release
fingers bent or distorted.
2. Release bearing defective or
damaged.
3. Release bearing misaligned.
1. Clutch pressure plate position
incorrect.
2. Clutch cover, spring, or release
fingers bent or distorted.
3. Clutch disc damaged or
distorted.
4. Clutch misalignment.
• Input shaft pilot hub.
• Transmission front bearing retainer slide sur-
face.
NOTE: Never apply grease to any part of the clutch
cover, or disc.
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS
Use Mopar
pedal bushings and pivot shaft. Use Mopar
temperature grease (or equivalent) for all other lubri-
cation requirements. Apply recommended amounts
and do not over lubricate.

CLUTCH LINKAGE FLUID

If inspection or diagnosis indicates additional fluid
may be needed, use Mopar brake fluid, or an equiv-
CLUTCH
CORRECTION
1. Tighten pivot pin if possible.
Replace clutch pedal if necessary.
2. Lubricate master cylinder
bushing.
3. Replace and lubricate bushings.
1. Replace clutch hydraulic linkage
assembly.
1. Replace release bearing.
1. Replace clutch cover and release
bearing.
2. Replace the release bearing.
3. Check and correct runout of
clutch components. Check front
bearing sleeve for damage/
alignment. Repair as necessary.
1. Replace clutch disc and cover.
2. Replace clutch disc and cover.
2. Replace clutch disc.
4. Check alignment and runout of
flywheel, disc, pressure plate, andør
clutch housing. Correct as
necessary.
multi-purpose grease for the clutch
6 - 9
high