Clutch - r + r with gearbox removed
- Make
- Alfa Romeo
- Model
- Brera and Spider Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2005–2010
- Section
- Clutch mechanisms › Clutch - r + r with gearbox removed
CLUTCH - R + R WITH GEARBOX REMOVED
On this version the removing-refitting of the clutch with the gearbox removed is only possible with the power unit removed and with reference to the operations
Op. 1004B10 POWER UNIT WITH MANUAL GEARBOX - R.R
Op. 1004D10 POWER UNIT (MANUAL GEARBOX), REMOVED, DISMANTLE AND REASSEMBLE
Removing
1. Fit the flywheel lock.
| Tool | Description | Function | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1860846000 | Counter-torque | Flywheel lock |
2. Unscrew the three bolts spaced at 120° securing the clutch cradle.
3. Fit the locating pin (3a) and the remaining part of tool (3b), tightening bolts (3c) into the sockets of the bolts removed previously.
| Tool | Description | Function | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1871003100 | Extractor/Fitting tool | Clutch mechanism removal | 1.9 JTS 2.2 JTS |
4. Turn the tool handwheel until pins (4a) are in contact with disc (4b).
5. Undo the remaining bolts securing the clutch cradle.
6. Undo the tool handwheel to discharge the clutch mechanism diaphragm spring.
- Remove the tool.
| Tool | Description | Function | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1871003100 | Extractor/Fitting tool | Clutch mechanism removal | 1.9 JTS 2.2 JTS |
7. Remove the clutch tray.
- Remove the clutch plate.
Refitting
1. Fit the tool locating pin into the crankshaft.
2. Refit the clutch mechanism in position.
It is not possible to replace the cltuch plate on its own. Instead the clutch plate/cradle assembly must be replaced.
When fitting the clutch plate the correct position is shown by the words "engine side" and "gearbox side".
Handle the clutch plate carefully. Do not touch the surfaces of the friction linings with your hands.
Clean any anti-corrosion protection or detergents from the friction surface of the clutch tray.
3. Fit the remaining part of tool (3a) for fitting the clutch device and tighten bolts (3b).
4. Turn the tool handwheel until pins (4a) are in contact with disc (4b).
5. Hand tighten the three free retaining bolts until the clutch device is packed together.
6. Undo the tool handwheel to discharge the clutch mechanism diaphragm spring.
- Remove the tool.
| Tool | Description | Function | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1871003100 | Extractor/Fitting tool | Clutch mechanism removal | 1.9 JTS 2.2 JTS |
- Tighten the remaining clutch fixing bolts by hand.
- Gradually tighten the bolts fixing the clutch diagonally until the recommended torque is reached.
| Component | Fastening | dia | Value (daNm) | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clutch drip tray | Bolt (pretreated to be replaced) | M8 | (engine flywheel side) 2.3 - 2.8 |
7. Remove the flywheel lock.
| Tool | Description | Function | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1860846000 | Counter-torque | Flywheel lock |
On this vehicle in order to remove-refit the clutch, the power unit must be removed-refitted.
Op. 1004B10 POWER UNIT WITH MANUAL GEARBOX - R.R
and then dismantled at the bench.
Op. 1004D10 POWER UNIT (MANUAL GEARBOX), REMOVED, DISMANTLE AND REASSEMBLE
The latter operation includes removal/refitting of the clutch.
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