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Troubleshooting Clutch ProblemsClutch SlippingCulprit Possible Causes SolutionsFacings wornFacings are oilyClutch is only partiallyengaged during operationFlywheel depth does not meetspecificationsClutch cover, lever ordiaphram bentClutch overheatingFacing contact area onflywheel is worn or defectiveNormal wearDriver allowed the clutch to slip too long,or ‘rode’ the clutch pedalClutch pressure springs insufficient foroperating requirementsEngine or transmission oil is contaminatedSeal is leakingInput shaft splines were lubricated toomuch during fittingRelease bearing clearance is settoo narrowlyToo much friction in the release linkageThe bolt-on facing was not reground togethercorrectly for the properflywheel contact areaImproper handling during assembly ordisassemblyImproper useOne of the causes listed aboveFlywheel contact area is nicked or ‘scored’Replace w/ new drive plate and,if possible, a new clutch coverReplace w/ a new drive plate andclean the clutch cover(Do not attempt to clean the linings!)Adjust bearing clearance to thespecified settingRepair the linkageGrind bolt-on facing correctly. It may benecessary to replace the flywheel if regrindingdoes not solve the problemReplace w/ a new clutch following the assemblyinstructionsReplace w/ a new clutch coverand drive plateRegrind flywheel contact area and the boltonfacing according to specified settingsTest For Clutch Slippage(1) Engage the parking brake. (2) Shift the transmission gears to top speedIf the engine stops, the clutch is normal. If the engine does not stop, the clutch is slipping.Clutch ‘Grabbing’Culprit Possible Causes SolutionsLinings are oilyLinings are incorrect forthe applicationClutch linkage is stiffClutch will not fullydisengageOil is seeping through gear or crankshaft sealsSplines on the input shaft were over-lubricatedRelease bearing is losing greaseA non-specified drive plate w/ improperlinings was usedSpecific components are worn or defective; thosecomponents include the clutch cable or releasebearing quillRelease bearing’s mounting position is incorrectSomeone tampered w/ the clutch cover toggle settingThe cover, lever or diaphragm were bentduring assemblyHub of the driven plate was distorted or dentedduring assemblyCrankshaft is not aligned with the input shaftReplace w/ a new drive plate and clean theclutch cover (Do not try to clean the linings!)Replace w/ the correct drive plate with theproper liningRepair or replace the defective part(s)Check and adjust the bearing mountingposition to the specified settingReplace w/ a new clutchReplace w/ a new clutchReplace w/ a new drive plateCheck the centering of engine and transmissionhousing and repair if necessary.CLUTCH171