2. The clutch is hydraulically driven. The hydraulic system consists of the clutch pedal, master cylinder, brake fluid reservoir, hydraulic line and slave cylinder, which is connected to the clutch release lever.
3. When you press the clutch pedal, the slave cylinder presses on the end of the clutch release lever. Turning on a hinge, the lever presses on the release bearing. In turn, the release bearing presses on the fingers of the diaphragm spring and. overcoming the resistance of the spring, takes the pressure plate away from the clutch disc.
4. Clutch component terminology can cause problems because in some cases the names of some components may differ from the names. manufacturer's data. For example. the driven plate may also be referred to as the clutch plate, the pressure plate assembly is sometimes referred to as the clutch housing or basket, and the clutch release bearing as the release bearing. The slave cylinder may be referred to as the auxiliary or secondary cylinder.
5. Before replacing components with obvious failures, it is necessary to perform a preliminary check of the mechanism in order to detect any malfunctions (supposed. that the gearbox is correct).
- A) First, check the fluid level in the clutch/brake reservoir (see chapter 1). If the fluid level is below normal, drink more fluid and inspect the system for fluid leaks. If there is no fluid in the reservoir, bleed the hydraulic system (see paragraph 5) and recheck clutch operation.
- b) Check clutch runout. To do this, start the engine and warm it up to operating temperature (gear lever must be in neutral position). Disengage the clutch (press the pedal), wait a few seconds and try reverse gear. In this case, there should not be any cod. A crackling sound when shifting into gear usually indicates a malfunction of the clutch disc or pressure plate assembly.
- V) To ensure that the clutch is completely disengaged, start the engine and apply the handbrake (to prevent movement). Press the clutch pedal and hold it for about 1 smog field. Engage first gear, then reverse. Do this procedure several times in a row. If the gear shift is difficult, this indicates a malfunction. Check the operation of the clutch drive. With the clutch pedal fully depressed, the clutch release lever travel should be large enough. If it doesn't, check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir.
- G) Inspect the clutch pedal bushing for binding or excessive bushing wear.
- d) Make sure the clutch release lever is properly seated on the ball joint.