Genuine Mitsubishi Clutch Release Bearing

Mitsubishi Clutch Release Bearing Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Release Bearing
  MD722744
  Q: How to install the Clutch Release Bearing on Mitsubishi Lancer?

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  To begin the clutch unit installation, you must first disconnect the negative battery terminal. Next, raise the car on jackstands in a secure manner. Detach the transaxle and mark the pressure plate's position if it is to be used again. Detach the bolts that hold the pressure plate to the flywheel, loosening them progressively and evenly, and withdraw the pressure plate assembly with the clutch driven plate in its installed position. In the case of all models except CG, the dust boot should be removed. The clip that holds the release lever to the pivot bolt should also be released. Next, slide the release bearing from the input shaft oil seal retainer. Finally, withdraw the lever and bearing assembly. To create the CG models, remove the hydraulic pipe fitting from the slave cylinder unit and the bolts which are retaining the release bearing assembly to the clutch housing and withdraw it from the input shaft. Please clean the inside of the transaxle housing and the release lever, but don't immerse the release bearing in solvent. Examine the driven plate facings for glazing or contamination. If worn down to the rivets, check the flywheel and pressure plate for scoring. No matter how badly damaged, the flywheel should be machined for smooth operation. The driven plate hub should be checked for looseness, the cushion springs for wear, and the pressure plate and flywheel for high spots, glazing, scoring, and cracking. Check the diaphragm spring for damage and assess the release bearing for noise or roughness without immersing it in the cleaning fluid. Replace unusable components. For assembly, clean all the parts excluding the driven plate and release bearing and apply high melting point grease on the contact surfaces. For every model excluding the CG is the release bearing on the release lever, then the assembly to the transaxle, ensuring it functions smoothly. Place a release bearing assembly on the clutch housing of CG models, fit the retaining bolts and tighten the hydraulic pipe union. Clean the friction surfaces of the flywheel and pressure plate. Apply grease to the input shaft splines. Position the clutch driven plate on the flywheel. Place the pressure plate on the flywheel, mating marks should be aligned if it is the original part being re-used. Use a clutch aligning tool to align it to the crankshaft. Evenly tighten all the pressure plate retaining bolts, remove the aligning tool and install the transaxle assembly. In the case of CG models, bleed the clutch unit, then road test the vehicle to check for proper operation of clutch Adjust the clutch pedal height and free travel as required.
• Release Bearing
  MD703270
  Q: How to remove and install the Clutch Release Bearing on Mitsubishi Montero?

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  To remove the unit, disconnect the negative cable from the battery first. Take off the gearbox next. Remove the spring clip(s) and slide the release bearing from the transmission input shaft. For cables models, drive out the two spring pins and slide the clutch control lever from the bellhousing, remove the release fork ensuring the pin slots are at right angles to the shaft when replaced. For hydraulically actuated versions, disengage the fork by pulling it straight off the ballstud. Grasp the bearing and rotate the inner part; if it does not rotate smoothly and is noisy, replace it. Clean the bearing thoroughly and check for damages, wear, and cracks. Do not immerse in solvent. For installation in cable-actuated models, clean the bushing of the control lever shaft in the bellhousing, and apply a thin coat of multi-purpose grease. Position the control lever/shaft assembly into place with the felt packings, return springs and clutch arm, engaging the return spring in clutch arm. You must install the spring pins with the slots at right angles to the shaft. Moreover, apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the felt packings. Place the release bearing and carrier assembly in position and install the spring clips to ensure that they are engaged. For hydraulically actuated designs, grease the ends of the clutch fork with moly-style grease and apply to the bearing inner diameter and the retaining ring and input bearing of the transmission. Fit the release bearing to the clutch fork so that the ends of the fork fit into the tabs of the bearing. Ensure that the spring clip remains seated. Lubricate the ball socket of the clutch release fork with moly-based disulphide grease. Push the fork onto the ball stud until firmly seated. Check the bearing to ensure it slides smoothly on the input shaft bearing retainer. In conclusion, reverse the disassembly process to complete the installation and tighten all bolts to their specified torques.