Clutch, Installing New Pressure Plate - BMW 1999-2005 M3 Service Manual

Clutch
4 of 8
http://ebahn.bentleypublishers.com/BMW/3/E46/Repair%20Manuals/2...
excessive runout (warping).
Replace if necessary.
Note:
Measure the depth of clutch lining at
lining rivets. If shallowest rivet depth is
less than 1 mm (0.04 in.), replace clutch
disk.
Inspect flywheel for scoring, hot
-
spots, cracks or loose or worn guide
pins. Replace flywheel if any faults
are found.
WARNING!
If flywheel is removed from vehicle,
use new bolts during installation. The
old stretch-type bolts should not be
reused.
Inspect transmission pilot bearing in
-
end of crankshaft. The bearing
should rotate smoothly without play.
If necessary, replace as described
later.
Inspect and clean release bearing lever.
Apply a thin coat of grease to release
bearing lever lubrication points (arrows).
Also, lightly lubricate clutch disc splines
and transmission input shaft splines.
Clutch, installing new pressure
plate
2/25/2009 10:15 PM