Note: Please refer to the note at the beginning before proceeding previous section.
On standard flywheel models, the clutch release bearing can be accessed without removing the engine and transmission, but the clutch assembly must be removed as noted in the previous section, although access is improved with the transmission removed.
On models with flywheel type "pot" the gearbox must be removed to gain access to the clutch release bearing, as indicated in chapter 7.
Loosen the bolt securing the clutch release fork to the lever shaft.
Disconnect the clutch release cable from the lever by removing the spring clip from the threaded rod and pulling it out of the clutch release lever.
Pull the clutch release lever shaft up and out of the bell housing, then remove the clutch release fork and bearing. If necessary, remove the bearing from the release fork, in some models remove the bearing from the plastic ring (pic. 6.12).
If desired, the gearbox input shaft seal can be replaced after the release bearing clutch has been removed, as described in Chapter 7.
Examination
Rotate the clutch release bearing and check for wear. Hold the bearing by the outer ring and try turning it sideways with respect to the inner ring. In case of severe obvious wear, replace the bearing. If a new clutch is installed, a new bearing must also be installed.
Nylon bushings holding roller can be replaced if needed (this is difficult to do if the gearbox is not removed). Tapping carefully, remove them in the bell housing using the appropriate barb. Insert new bushings into place, making sure that their locking lugs fit into the grooves of the lugs of the bell housing.
Installation
Installation of the clutch release bearing is carried out in the reverse order of removal, taking into account the following.
Lightly grease the inside surfaces of the clutch release shaft bushings and the outside surfaces of the clutch release bearing sleeve with grease (molybdenum disulfide).
If required, install the clutch release bearing on the plastic yoke (ring), then install the fork and release bearing together and tighten the fork bolt to specification.
Install the clutch as indicated in the previous section, or install the gearbox as indicated in chapter 7, depending on the assembly conditions.
After finishing work, check the adjustment of the clutch cable.
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