Forward Clutch Inspection

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

  1. INSPECT PACK CLEARANCE OF FORWARD CLUTCH

  2. INSPECT FORWARD MULTIPLE DISC CLUTCH DISC

  3. INSPECT FORWARD CLUTCH RETURN SPRING SUB-ASSEMBLY

  4. INSPECT FORWARD MULTIPLE DISC CLUTCH DISC

Forward Clutch -- Inspection



1. INSPECT PACK CLEARANCE OF FORWARD CLUTCH


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.U151F Automatic Transaxle.Automatic Transaxle System.Forward Clutch  Inspection
  1. Install the forward clutch on the oil pump.

    NOTICE:
    Be careful not to damage the oil seal ring of the oil pump.
  1. Using a dial indicator, measure the forward clutch pack clearance while applying and releasing compressed air (392 kPa, 4.0 kgf/cm2, 57 psi).

    Standard pack clearance:
    1.00 to 1.25 mm (0.0394 to 0.0492 in.)
    If the clearance is not as specified, inspect the discs, plates and flange.
    HINT:
    If the opening is large, cover it with a piece of cloth to prevent compressed air from escaping.


2. INSPECT FORWARD MULTIPLE DISC CLUTCH DISC


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.U151F Automatic Transaxle.Automatic Transaxle System.Forward 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 FORWARD CLUTCH RETURN SPRING SUB-ASSEMBLY


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

    Standard free length:
    26.74 mm (1.0528 in.)


4. INSPECT FORWARD MULTIPLE DISC CLUTCH DISC


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.U151F Automatic Transaxle.Automatic Transaxle System.Forward Clutch  Inspection
  1. Check if the disc lightly rotates when rotating the forward clutch after inserting the multiple disc clutch into it.

    NOTICE:
    Do not place the forward clutch in a vise.