CLUTCH
5-44
2. Measure:
• Clutch spring free length “a”
Out of specification Replace the clutch
springs as a set.
EAS25150
CHECKING THE CLUTCH HOUSING
1. Check:
• Clutch housing dogs
Damage/pitting/wear Deburr the clutch
housing dogs or replace the clutch housing.
Pitting on the clutch housing dogs will cause er-
ratic clutch operation.
2. Check:
• Oil pump drive sprocket “1”
Cracks/damage/wear Replace.
3. Check:
• Bearing
Damage/wear Replace the bearing and
clutch housing.
EAS25160
CHECKING THE CLUTCH BOSS
1. Check:
• Clutch boss splines
Damage/pitting/wear Replace the clutch
boss.
Pitting on the clutch boss splines will cause er-
ratic clutch operation.
EAS25170
CHECKING THE PRESSURE PLATE
1. Check:
• Pressure plate “1”
Cracks/damage Replace.
• Bearing “2”
Damage/wear Replace.
EAS25200
CHECKING THE PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR
1. Check:
• Primary drive gear
Damage/wear Replace the crankshaft and
clutch housing as a set.
Excessive noise during operation Replace
the crankshaft and clutch housing as a set.
Clutch spring free length
52.50 mm (2.07 in)
Limit
49.88 mm (1.96 in)