Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual - part 918

Fig. 19: Inspecting The Pressure Plate 

6. Inspect for warpage using a straight edge (A) and a feeler gauge (B). Measure across the pressure plate 

(C). If the warpage is more than the service limit, replace the pressure plate. 

Standard (New): 0.03 mm (0.001 in.) Max.  

Service Limit: 0.15 mm (0.006 in.) 

 

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Fig. 20: Inspecting For Warpage Using A Straight Edge 

7. Remove the clutch disc and special tools. 

 

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Fig. 21: Removing The Clutch Disc 

8. Inspect the lining of the clutch disc for signs of slippage or oil. If the clutch disc is burned black or oil 

soaked, replace it, and find the source of the oil leak if oil soaked.  

9. Measure the clutch disc thickness. If the thickness is less than the service limit, replace the clutch disc. 

Standard (New): 8.2-8.9 mm (0.32-0.35 in.)  

Service Limit: 6.0 mm (0.24 in.) 

 

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Fig. 22: Inspecting The Lining Of The Clutch Disc 

10. Measure the rivet depth from the clutch disc lining surface (A) to the rivets (B) on both sides. If the rivet 

depth is less than the service limit, replace the clutch disc. 

Standard (New): 1.2-1.7 mm (0.047-0.067 in.)  

Service Limit: 0.2 mm (0.008 in.) 

 

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