Underdrive Clutch Inspection

Transmission. Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35
U151F Automatic Transaxle. Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35

  1. INSPECT UNDERDRIVE PACK CLEARANCE

  2. INSPECT NO. 1 UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH DISC

  3. INSPECT UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH DRUM SUB-ASSEMBLY

  4. INSPECT UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH RETURN SPRING SUB-ASSEMBLY

Underdrive Clutch -- Inspection



1. INSPECT UNDERDRIVE PACK CLEARANCE


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.U151F Automatic Transaxle.Automatic Transaxle System.Underdrive Clutch  Inspection
  1. Install the underdrive clutch to the transaxle case.

    NOTICE:
    Be careful not to damage the oil seal rings.
  1. Install a dial indicator as shown in the illustration.

  1. Measure the underdrive clutch pack clearance while applying and releasing compressed air (392 kPa, 4.0 kgf/cm2, 57 psi).

    Standard pack clearance:
    1.51 to 1.71 mm (0.0594 to 0.0673 in.)
    If the pack clearance is not as specified, inspect the discs, plates and flange.
    HINT:
    There are 5 different thicknesses of flanges available.
    Standard flange thickness:
    Mark
    Thickness
    Mark
    Thickness
    1
    3.0 mm (0.118 in.)
    4
    3.6 mm (0.142 in.)
    2
    3.2 mm (0.126 in.)
    5
    3.8 mm (0.150 in.)
    3
    3.4 mm (0.134 in.)
    -
    -


2. INSPECT NO. 1 UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH DISC


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.U151F Automatic Transaxle.Automatic Transaxle System.Underdrive Clutch  Inspection
  1. Check if the sliding surfaces of the discs, plates and flange are worn or burnt. If necessary, replace them.

    NOTICE:
    1. If the lining of a disc comes off or is discolored, or if a part of the groove is worn, replace all the discs.
    2. Before installing new discs, immerse them in ATF for at least 15 minutes.


3. INSPECT UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH DRUM SUB-ASSEMBLY


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.U151F Automatic Transaxle.Automatic Transaxle System.Underdrive Clutch  Inspection
  1. Using a caliper gauge, measure the inside diameter of the underdrive clutch drum bushing.

    Standard inside diameter:
    37.06 to 37.08 mm (1.4591 to 1.4598 in.)
    Maximum inside diameter:
    37.13 mm (1.4618 in.)
    If the inside diameter is greater than the maximum, replace the underdrive clutch drum sub-assembly.


4. INSPECT UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH RETURN SPRING SUB-ASSEMBLY


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.U151F Automatic Transaxle.Automatic Transaxle System.Underdrive Clutch  Inspection
  1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the spring together with the spring seat.

    Standard free length:
    17.14 mm (0.6748 in.)