Clutch — inspection (Opel Omega A)

1. Check the surface condition of the pressure plate and flywheel. If necessary, replace the pressure plate and flywheel.

2. If the pressure plate has blue areas, the clutch has been overheating for some time and needs to be replaced.

3. Check the condition of the clutch housing and for distortion of the diaphragm spring.

4. Replace the friction disc if the linings are worn or around the rivets. If the linings are oily, the cause of the oil leak must be found and fixed. This is most likely due to the gearbox input shaft seal or the rear crankshaft seal. Check the condition of the friction disc hub and center grooves.

5. Check for roughness by rapidly rotating the release bearing in the clutch housing. If there is excessive movement or roughness, replace the release bearing as described in Chapter 7.

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