Genuine Mitsubishi Cordia Flywheel Ring Gear

Mitsubishi Cordia Flywheel Ring Gear Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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  Q: How to remove the transmission (or transaxle), clutch, Flywheel, and Flywheel Ring Gear on manual transmission cars on Mitsubishi Cordia?

  A:

  To remove the transmission or transaxle, and the clutch on manual transmission cars, first take out the flywheel and ring gear on manual transmission vehicles or the flexible drive plate on automatic transmission vehicles by removing the six large flywheel bolts from the rear crankshaft flange. The flywheel or drive plate along with two mounting rings can then be removed. For automatic transmission cars, the Station and '83 Cordia and Tredia utilize a flexible drive plate that bolts to the torque converter and includes the ring gear as an integral part, while the '84 and later Cordia and Tredia and the Galant have a flexible drive plate that bolts to the torque converter but does not include the ring gear. If the converter-mounted ring gear needs replacement, the entire converter assembly must be replaced by a specialized shop. Inspect the drive plate for cracks, distortion, or severely worn or broken teeth, replacing it if necessary, and check the flywheel for cracks, ridges, or burn marks, ensuring the surface is true with a dial indicator, where runout must not exceed.005 in. Most flywheel issues arise from excessive clutch slippage, so if the clutch has been abused or worn, the flywheel's condition should be questioned. If the ring gear is worn or broken, the flywheel assembly should be taken to a machine shop for ring gear replacement, which requires high-temperature installation. Additionally, check the starter pinion for damage if the ring gear is compromised. When checking the flywheel during clutch repair at high mileage, replace the pilot bearing for the transmission input shaft located in the center of the flywheel. For installation, place the flywheel or drive plate and mounting rings on either side, then torque the bolts in stages to 94-101 ft. lbs., followed by reinstalling the transmission or transaxle along with the clutch.