Mid Plate
Inspection
NOTE: If replacement is required, always replace the
pressure plate, mid plate, and flywheel as a set.
1. Inspect the mid plate surface for wear, cracks, and
burning.
2. Inspect for warpage using a straight edge and
feeler gauge.
NOTE: Measure across the mid plate at three points.
Standard: (New): 0.05 mm (0.002 in) max.
Service Limit: 0.15 mm (0.006 in)
STRAIGHT EDGE
MID PLATE
FEELERGAUGE
If the warpage is more than the service limit, replace
the mid plate.
After Pressing:
MID PLATE GUIDE
Before Pressing:
MID PLATE
The mid plate guides are the self-adjusting mechanisms
for the mid plate.
NOTE: Make sure all parts are clean before inspection.
Check the mid plate guides by pushing down on each of
the guides by hand (10–60 kg). The mid plate guides
should compress and lock in place.
If the mid plate guides do not move or compress, disas-
semble the mid plate guides and inspect them for debris,
wear and damage. Refer to page 12-15 (’93-’96), 12-17
(’91-’92 Models).
Inspection
Mid Plate Guide
Inspection
NOTE: If replacement is required, always replace the
pressure plate, mid plate, and flywheel as a set.
1. Inspect the mid plate surface for wear, cracks, and
burning.
2. Inspect for warpage using a straight edge and
feeler gauge.
NOTE: Measure across the mid plate at three points.
Standard: (New): 0.05 mm (0.002 in) max.
Service Limit: 0.15 mm (0.006 in)
STRAIGHT EDGE
MID PLATE
FEELERGAUGE
If the warpage is more than the service limit, replace
the mid plate.
After Pressing:
MID PLATE GUIDE
Before Pressing:
MID PLATE
The mid plate guides are the self-adjusting mechanisms
for the mid plate.
NOTE: Make sure all parts are clean before inspection.
Check the mid plate guides by pushing down on each of
the guides by hand (10–60 kg). The mid plate guides
should compress and lock in place.
If the mid plate guides do not move or compress, disas-
semble the mid plate guides and inspect them for debris,
wear and damage. Refer to page 12-15 (’93-’96), 12-17
(’91-’92 Models).
Inspection
Mid Plate Guide