Removing and Installing Release Bearing (Clutch Removed)

Removing and Installing Release Bearing (Clutch Removed) - GT2




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Removing Release Bearing





1. The release bearing is removed under a shop press. For this purpose, lay the release bearing down on the bottom and press down on the pressure plate from above with a pressure piece (e.g. hardwood block) until the snap ring can move freely.

2. Remove snap ring and take out release bearing.


Installing Release Bearing





NOTE: Do not grease the sliding surfaces of the release bearing and the guide tube.





NOTE: The guide sleeve of the release bearing is slotted. The slot is irregular.





1. Fit spacer washers and spring washers on the new release bearing. When doing so, ensure that the parts are filled in the correct order and the spring washer is seated properly.

2. Insert release bearing in diaphragm spring plate. Engage lug on release bearing (twist lock) in the opening between two tongues of the diaphragm spring.

3. Fit snap ring under the press. Ensure that the snap ring is seated correctly.