Slave and pressure plates of the clutch (Discovery 3)

Special tool

Mounting fixture for guide bearings (light load bearing)/clutch adjustments 303-1096

Removal

1.

CAUTION: Never work on a vehicle supported solely by a jack. Always support the vehicle securely.

Raise and support the vehicle.

2. Remove the gearbox. For more information, refer to Gearbox (37.20.02.99)

3.

CAUTION: Loosen the bolts gradually in a criss-cross pattern.

NOTE: Secure the flywheel.

Remove the pressure and driven clutch discs. Unscrew 6 bolts.

Installation

1.

NOTE: The clutch housing is self-adjusting. It is recommended that the clutch disc and clutch housing be replaced as a set. If a used clutch housing is to be installed with a new clutch disc, the clutch housing must be adjusted before assembly. With the clutch housing resting on the outer edge, apply even pressure to the diaphragm with your fingers as shown in the illustration so that the adjusting ring of the clutch housing can rotate fully counterclockwise. After fixing the adjusting ring in this position, release the pressure on the diaphragm. The adjusting ring must be held in this position until the self-adjustment of the clutch pedal is complete.

Check and, if necessary, return the clutch pressure plate to its original position.



2.

CAUTION: Inspect the flywheel for scoring and signs of overheating. Replace the flywheel if worn or damaged.

CAUTION: Inspect the clutch release bearing to ensure it is not damaged or showing signs of wear. Replace if necessary.

CAUTION: Inspect the pilot bearing for damage or wear. Replace if necessary.

Clean the contact surfaces of the parts.

3.

CAUTION: Install the clutch disc with the 'TRANSMISSION SIDE' marking facing (gearbox side) to the clutch housing.

CAUTION: Use a special tool to align the parts.

CAUTION: Tighten the bolts gradually in a criss-cross pattern.

NOTE: Secure the flywheel.

Install the clutch slave and pressure plates. Tighten the bolts to a torque of 25 Nm.



4. Install the gearbox. For more information, refer to Gearbox (37.20.02.99)