Removal the clutch [Toyota Carina T170]

The clutch is a dry single-plate clutch, the leading plate has a diaphragm spring. The clutch is controlled by hydraulic master and slave cylinders. The clutch can only be replaced after removing the engine or removing the gearbox. These operations are described in the relevant chapters. If necessary, remove the gearbox from the engine.

Removal the clutch

If you need to remove the engine or gearbox, be sure to remove the clutch to check it. When removing the clutch after removing the engine or gearbox, do the following:

• Mark the installation position of the clutch in relation to the flywheel. To do this, use a punch, which is struck on the clutch cover and the outer side of the flywheel.
• Loosen the clutch bolts evenly and crosswise (Fig. 155) until the springs are relieved.

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• Remove the clutch basket and pull out the driven disk.
• Wipe the inside of the flywheel immediately with a rag and check its working surface. If the driven disk is worn down to the rivet heads, the rivets may have damaged the flywheel.