Direct Clutch Inspection

Transmission. Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35
U241E Automatic Transaxle. Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35

  1. INSPECT PACK CLEARANCE OF DIRECT CLUTCH

  2. INSPECT DIRECT MULTIPLE DISC CLUTCH DISC

  3. INSPECT DIRECT CLUTCH RETURN SPRING SUB-ASSEMBLY

Direct Clutch -- Inspection



1. INSPECT PACK CLEARANCE OF DIRECT CLUTCH


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.U241E Automatic Transaxle.Automatic Transaxle System.Direct Clutch Inspection

  1. Install the direct clutch and needle roller bearing on the transaxle rear cover.

  1. Using a dial indicator, measure the direct clutch pack clearance while applying and releasing compressed air (392 kPa, 4.0 kgf/cm2, 57 psi).

    Standard pack clearance:
    0.605 to 0.825 mm (0.0238 to 0.0325 in.)
    If the pack clearance is not as specified, inspect the discs, plates and flange.


2. INSPECT DIRECT MULTIPLE DISC CLUTCH DISC


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.U241E Automatic Transaxle.Automatic Transaxle System.Direct Clutch Inspection

  1. Check to see if the sliding surface of the disc, plate and flange are worn or burnt.
    If necessary, replace them.

    HINT:
    1. If the lining of the disc is peeling off or discolored, or even if a part of the printed mark is defaced, replace all discs.
    2. Before assembling new discs, soak them in ATF for at least 15 minutes.


3. INSPECT DIRECT CLUTCH RETURN SPRING SUB-ASSEMBLY


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.U241E Automatic Transaxle.Automatic Transaxle System.Direct Clutch Inspection

  1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the spring together with the spring seat.

    Standard free length:
    22.58 mm (0.8890 in.)