Damaged Torsion Springs

Indicator:

Unable to disengage gears/Noisy clutch operation

Cause:

1. Clutch disc has been over torqued - example: down changing from 5th to 2nd gear at high speed
2. Severe engine to gearbox mis-alignment - Red dust will be present when alignment issues are present.
3. Damaged pilot bearing/bush
4. Damaged upon fitment

Effect:

Damaged torsion springs

Action:

1. Replace the clutch disc
2. Check all engine to gearbox dowels are present and in a serviceable condition (If necessary replace)
3. Replace pilot bearing/bush
4. Show care when fitting the gearbox making sure there is no possibility of damaging the drive up causing the spring fatigue (hanging the gearbox on the clutch disc)
5. Driver education

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