Installing the clutch disc

The so-called displacement of the clutch disc relative to the flywheel can cause serious damage.

The clutch disc is positioned on the flywheel axis using a centering device. works great in this role a separate, used, clutch shaft used in this type of gearbox, as in a repaired car. The centering device can also be a mild steel pin, similar to the front of the clutch shaft.

A pin with a diameter of the bearing part of the clutch shaft in the flywheel with a sleeve put on it with an outer diameter corresponding to the splined hole in the clutch disc will also ensure the alignment of the assembled elements. The centering device should be removed only after the clutch disc is clamped between the flywheel working planes and the pressure ring. Tighten the screws securing the compression ring housing with the central spring in a "cross" manner and gradually. Fitting a gearbox to a center disc clutch requires no force and at most a slight rotation of the clutch shaft (usually done with the entire gearbox) so that the clutch shaft splines engage the appropriate clutch shaft shape. clutch disc slot.

If the clutch disc is assembled “by eye” and there is a clear misalignment, then attempts to press the clutch shaft into it can damage the hub or shaft spline, deform the steel of the clutch disc or even the clutch shaft box. This can be manifested, for example, by jerks of the clutch or its incomplete disengagement. This will also adversely affect the durability of the interacting elements.