Warped clutch cover assembly by reuse
- Worn clutch disc facing fibers and dirtlodged between diaphragm spring and clutch coverhousing.
- Oil or grease contamination on friction surface
- Discoloration on friction surface and/or clutch cover
- Warped clutch cover assembly by reuse
- Hold down bolts still in cover assembly
Cause
Insufficient contact due to warped pressure plate.
Only clutch disc was replaced which caused partial contact on friction surface and slipped during heavy load condition.
Solution
Always replace a clutch disc, a clutch cover and a clutch thrust release bearing when replacing clutch system.