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Pressure Plate





Pressure Plate

Install the clutch cover assembly to the flywheel and temporarily tighten the bolts three steps at time in a star pattern.

Tightening torque 24.5 - 34.3 N.m (2.5 - 3.6 kgf.m, 18.0 - 26.0 lb-ft) (2.4L-6EA)







CAUTION: When installing the clutch cover, tighten the bolts in diagonal directions not to be bent or twisted.







* Possible problems when not following
- When tightening the bolt completely at a time: the clutch cover can be twisted and vibration can occur.
- On vehicles with 2.4L gasoline engines and clutches, it is necessary to follow this caution.
- Not following tightening torque: There can be bad torque transmission in clutch and relaxation possibility of bolts.