Index Chrysler Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY, VOYAGER, Dodge Caravan - service repair manual 2001-2007 year
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - DRIVE PLATE Common causes of misalignment are: • Mounting drive plate on a dirty crankshaft flange • Incorrect bolt tightening • Improper seating on the crankshaft shoulder • Loose crankshaft bolts drive plate. Dirt and grease on the flange surface DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CLUTCH COVER Check condition of the clutch cover before installa- tion. A warped cover or diaphragm spring will cause DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CLUTCH CHATTER For all clutch chatter complaints, perform the fol- lowing: (1) Check for loose, misaligned, or broken engine and transmission mounts. If present, they should be (2) If chatter persists, check hydraulic clutch release system is functioning properly. (3) Check for loose connections in drivetrain. Cor- rect any problems and determine if clutch chatter (a) Remove transaxle. or binding. Replace bearing, if needed. (c) Check linkage for excessive wear on the pivot stud and fork fingers. Replace all worn parts. (d) Check clutch assembly for contamination (dirt, oil). Replace clutch assembly, if required. (e) Check to see if the clutch disc hub splines are damaged. Replace with new clutch assembly, if (f) Check input shaft splines for damage. Replace, if necessary. (g) Check for uneven wear on clutch fingers. spring fingers. Replace with new clutch assembly, SPECIAL TOOLS - T850 TRANSAXLE CLUTCH RELEASE LEVER AND REMOVAL (1) Remove transaxle assembly. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/MANUAL - REMOVAL) (2) Remove modular clutch assembly from input shaft (2.4L Gas models only). (3) Grasp clutch release lever and bearing (Fig. 6) with both hands and pull outward using moderate (4) Separate release bearing from lever. NOTE: Remove release lever pivot ball(s) ONLY if Disconnect Tool, 6638A Remover/Installer, 6891 6 - 6 CLUTCH RS CLUTCH (Continued) |