AUDI A4 1995 B5 / 1.G 01A Transmission Clutch Release Mechanism Service User Guide

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CAUTION! Fig. 1 Centering clutch plate and removing and installing
pressure plate
Position of clutch plate: spring pack (coil springs) or marking
"Getriebeseite" facing pressure plate and transmission.
Clutch lining and contact surface of pressure plate must make full
contact with flywheel before bolts are inserted. Tighten bolts evenly and in diagonal sequence to avoid damaging
centering holes in the pressure plate and centering pins on the
flywheel.
- Make sure white color marking on dual-mass flywheel lines up with
white color marking on pressure plate when assembling.
- Loosen and tighten bolts in stages and in diagonal sequence.
Final tightening torque: 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
- Reverse position of 3067 flywheel retainer when removing.
- Use 3176 centering mandrel to center clutch plate.
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CAUTION!
For repairs, it is essential to match clutch pressure plate and clutch
disc according to engine code letters using the Parts catalog
microfiche. Fig. 2 Checking ends of the diaphragm spring
Wear up to half the thickness of the diaphragm spring is permitted

Fig. 3 Checking spring connection and rivets
- Check spring connection between pressure plate and cover for cracks
and make sure rivets are seated tightly.
- Replace clutches with damaged springs or loose rivets (arrows).
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