SECTION 18 – CLUTCH – CHAPTER 1 1

SECTION 18 – CLUTCH

Chapter 1 – Clutch

CONTENT

Section Description Page

18 000 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Tightening Torques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Sectional Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Special Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
18 110 Clutch Removal–Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
18 104 Hydraulic Control Assembly Removal–Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Hydraulic Control Assembly Disassembly–Reassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

18 000 – SPECIFICATIONS – TIGHTENING TORQUES – SPECIAL TOOLS – SECTIONAL VIEWS –

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION – TROUBLESHOOTING

13” LUK CLUTCH SPECIFICATIONS

Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Single, Dry–plate with
Torsion Springs
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hydraulic Operation,
Pedal Control
Clutch Release Mechanism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diaphragm Spring
Clutch Disc Lining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cerametallic Pads
Clutch Disc Thickness (under a 9750 N –994 kg load) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.8 to 10.6 mm
Spline Backlash on Transmission Drive Shaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.076 to 0.136 mm
Clutch Release Sleeve to Mount Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.060 to 0.136 mm
Clutch Release Pedal to Mount Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . see page 15

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14” LUK CLUTCH SPECIFICATIONS

Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Single, Dry–Plate with
Torsion Springs
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hydraulic Operation
Pedal Control
Clutch Release Mechanism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diaphragm Spring
Clutch Disc Lining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cerametallic Pads
Clutch Disc Thickness (under a 9750 N –994 kg load) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.3 to 11.1 mm
Spline Backlash on Transmission Drive Shaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.060 to 0.136 mm
Clutch Release Sleeve to Mount Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.060 to 0.136 mm
Clutch Release Pedal to Mount Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . see page 15

TIGHTENING TORQUES

DESCRIPTION Thread Size Tightening Torque

Nm kgm
Clutch to engine flywheel retaining screws (C1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 8 x 1,25 23 2,4
Lever lock to clutch release fork screws (C2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 16 x 1,5 157 16
Clutch housing to engine retaining screws and nuts (C3) . . . . . . . 3/4”– 16 UNF 265 ÷ 319 27 ÷ 32,5
Clutch housing to engine retaining screws and nuts (C4) . . . . . . . M 16 x 1,5 216 ÷ 270 22 ÷ 27,5

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13” AND 14” LUK CLUTCHES – LONGITUDINAL SECTIONAL VIEW

13” and 14” LUK Clutches – Longitudinal sectional view

1. 13” LUK Clutch 5. Fixed sleeve cover
2. Clutch cover 6. Release sleeve and bearing
3. Diaphragm spring 7. 14” LUK Clutch
4. Sleeve drive fork

G
D
A
B
Hydraulic clutch control assembly
A. Master Cylinder 5. Rod
B. Bottom hydraulic cylinder 6. Locknut
G = 0.1 to 1.4 mm. Rod clearance (5) with clutch pedal 7. Fork
released. 8. Bottom cylinder
D = 137.5 to 138 mm. Fork centre (7) distance from pump 9. Spring
body mounting plate 10. Piston
1. Pump body 11. Seal
2. Spring 12. Pin
3. Seal
4. Plunger

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SPECIAL TOOLS List of special tools necessary to perform service

operations covered by this section of the Manual:
CAUTION
Operations described in this section of the Manual
292320 Tractor separation stand
must be performed using the following ESSENTIAL
tools marked with the identification code (X).To work
safely and achieve the best technical results with X 293974 Clutch centring spigot (on tractor)
additional savings of time and effort, these
mandatory tools should be used in conjunction with
the suggested special tools listed below and
integrated with the self–made ones for which you will
find the necessary construction drawings and
specifications directly on this Manual.

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

The 16x16 and 20x16 transmission clutch is
operated hydraulically. It includes a dry clutch disc
with cerametallic pads. As usual, the clutch is located
in front of the transmission and connects the engine
to the transmission drive shaft. The hydraulic
operation is controlled by the master cylinder and
bottom cylinder and needs no adjustment. The
clutch is composed of the clutch housing, clutch
pressure plate, diaphragm spring and friction plate.
The clutch is maintenance–free.
Operation
When the clutch is engaged, the clutch pressure
plate pushes the clutch disc against the engine
flywheel under the action of the spring.
The friction between the clutch disc cerametallic
pads and the flywheel and pressure plate surfaces
transmits the engine power to the transmission drive
shaft.
The clutch pedal is connected to the clutch release
bearing by means of hydraulic and linkage
components.
When the clutch pedal is pressed, the clutch release
bearing moves forward and discharges the
diaphragm spring. Consequently, the clutch
pressure plate bcaks off and releases the clutch disc
from the flywheel. The transfer of engine power to the
transmission is stopped.
When the clutch pedal is released, the clutch release
bearing disengages the diaphragm spring which acts
on the clutch pressure plate and causes the engine
flywheel, clutch disc and clutch housing to come in
contact. The flow of power from the engine and
transmission is re–established.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Possible Causes Correction

Clutch slips 1. Lack of clearance (G, page 3) Replace master cylinder
between rod and master
cylinder plunger.
2. Clutch disc (9), pressure plate Replace clutch disc; replace clutch
and/or flywheel wear. if necessary and grind the
flywheel.
3. Damaged or bent diaphragm Replace clutch.
spring (3).
4. Oil or grease on disc friction Replace clutch disc; repair leak of
material (9) . lubricant into clutch housing;
thoroughly clean friction surfaces.

(to be continued)

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Clutch grabs
Clutch fails to disconnect and
drags
Clutch noise at engagement
and/or disengagement
Clutch noise at disengagement
Clutch control pedal hardness
5
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. Stiff external control linkage. Check and lubricate linkage pivot
points.
2. Warped clutch disc (9, page 3). Replace clutch disc.
3. Clutch disc (9) slides with Remove clutch and check
difficulty over clutch shaft. meshing. Replace faulty parts as
necessary.
4. Clutch disc (9) with damaged Replace clutch disc.
damper springs or loose at hub
(loose rivets).
5. Oil or grease on disc friction Replace clutch disc; repair leak of
material (9) . lubricant into clutch housing;
thoroughly clean friction surfaces.
6. Diaphragm spring (3) with Replace clutch.
broken elements.
1. Warped clutch disc (9). Replace clutch disc.
2. Seizure of external controls. Check and replace faulty items;
lubricate.
3. Hydraulic drive pump and/or Overhaul or replace pump and/or
bottom cylinder failure. cylinder.
4. Clutch disc (9) slides with Release disc and replace disc or
difficulty along the shaft. shaft, as necessary.
5. Control misadjustment. Adjust control (see page 15).
6. Air inside the clutch release Bleed hydraulic system (see page
hydraulic circuit. 18) and replace pump and/or
bottom cylinder seals, as
necessary.
7. Diaphragm spring (3) with Replace clutch and/or bearing.
broken elements and/or
damaged clutch release
bearing.
1. Warped clutch disc (9). Replace disc.
2. Damaged clutch disc (9) Replace disc.
damper springs.
3. Excess backlash on clutch disc Replace disc and shaft, as
(9) to hub meshing splines. necessary.
1. Worn clutch release bearing Replace bearing.
1. Broken or disconnected clutch Replace or hook–up clutch return
return spring. spring.
2. Seized pump plunger. Overhaul or replace pump.
3. Stiff external control linkage. Check and lubricate linkage pivot
points.
4. Hard pedal. Check and lubricate linkage.
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LUK CLUTCH

Removal–Installation (Op. 18 110 10)

It is necessary to separate the engine with attached
front axle or live axle from the transmission to gain
access to the clutch.
DANGER
Lift and handle all heavy components using lifting
equipment of appropriate capacity.
Ensure that units or parts are supported by suitable
slings or hooks. Ensure that no–one is in the vicinity
of the load to be lifted.

Proceed as follows:
1. Open and raise engine hood.
2. Disconnect negative cable (4) from battery and
insulate properly.

1
3. Connect engine hood to a hoisting equipment
using a nylon cable (1) and disconnect dampers
(2) (one on LH side and one on RH side).

2
4. Loosen screws (3) which retain engine hood to
engine, disconnect front light electrical harness
and remove hood using the hoist. Ensure that the
hood is displaced without obstructions and that
no other components are interfering.

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5. If front ballast is fitted, thread a nylon cable (2)

through first ballast, unscrew support plate
retaining screws and remove ballast using a
hoist.
6. Unscrew retaining screws of the second rows of
ballast and slide them out one at a time.

4
7. Unscrew the retaining screws and remove side
panels (1) (one on each side).

5
8. Loosen the drain plug (3) and drain oil from rear
transmission and transmission/clutch housings
into a suitable container.

6
9. Loosen the retaining clamp and remove the
sleeve (5) from the cooler to drain the engine
cooling system. Unscrew and remove the cooler
cap to favour drainage.

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10. Loosen retaining screws and remove protection

from the live axle drive shaft.
11. Remove circlip (4) and slide out the sleeve (5).
Repeat for transfer box circlip and sleeve.

8
12. Loosen the bearing support retaining screws to
the clutch/transmission housing, disconnect and
remove the front differential lock control line (2).

9
13. Disconnect light connector (5) located on the rail
on both tractor sides.

10
14. Disconnect the engine heater connecting lines
(6) located under the right side of the cabin.

11

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15. Unscrew the retaining nut and disconnect the

throttle control cable (7) from the injection pump.

12
16. Disconnect the lines (5) connecting the
hydrostatic steering motor to the steering
hydraulic cylinders.

13
17. Loosen the clamp and disconnect the fuel supply
line (1).

14
18. Loosen the clamp and disconnect the fuel return
line (2) to tank.

15

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19. Unscrew the brakes line support bracket (7).

16
20. Disconnect both engine to cabin connectors (5
and 6).

17
21. Disconnect radar (4) and fuel filter connectors
(3). Remove protection and disconnect both
connectors (1 and 2) from starting motor.

18
22. Loosen retaining screws and remove radar (8)
together with its support bracket.

19

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23. Loosen clamps and remove hoses from

transmission oil cooler piping (1).
24. Loosen the bracket which retains the hydrostatic
steering and transmission oil cooler lines.

20
25. Unscrew fittings and disconnect air conditioning
system lines (6).

21
26. Install special stand tool no. 292320 placing the
stationary stand under the transmission/clutch
housing and the trolley under the engine oil
sump.
27. Place two wooden blocks (one on each side)
between the live axle support and live axle to
prevent the engine from oscillating.

22
28. Loosen retaining screws and remove starter
motor (1).

23

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29. Loosen the screws which attach the engine to the

transmission/clutch housing.

24
30. Loosen the screw (2) attaching the metal spacer
to the transmission/clutch housing.
31. Separate engine from the transmission/clutch
housing.

25
32. Loosen the screws which retain the clutch to the
engine flywheel and remove the clutch assembly
using the spigot tool no. 293974 (1).
33. Check disc for wear and replace if pad retaining
rivets are flush or almost flush with the pads.
34. Reassemble the clutch taking care of the
following:
– Reassembly follows the disassembly
procedure in reverse, from step no. 33 back
to step no. 1;
– Comply with tightening torques indicated on
page 2;
– Apply AMBRA G75MD grease on the splines
26
for clutch disc positioning;
– Position clutch onto engine flywheel using
the spigot tool no. 293974;
– Thoroughly clean and degrease mating
surfaces and apply a circle of sealer with
approx. 2 mm of diametre as shown in figures
on page 13 before reassembling housings,
supports and covers.

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b
27
Diagram for sealer application before mounting engine to transmission/clutch housing.
A. Mode TM115 B. Model TM125

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CLUTCH HYDRAULIC CONTROL

Removal-Installation (Op. 18 104 15 – 18 104

30)
WARNING
Handle all components with the greatest care.
Do no insert hands or fingers between the parts.
Wear suitable protection clothing, including goggles,
gloves and footwear.

Detach the clutch control assembly as follows:

1. Open engine hood.
2. Disconnect negative cable (4) from battery and
insulate properly.

1
3. Loosen retaining screws and remove the side
panel (1).

2
4. Remove retaining screws (1 and 2) and remove
protection from left side.

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5. Disconnect the electrical connector from clutch

control hydraulic circuit tank.
6. Disconnect the clutch release line (1) from
master cylinder.

4
7. Remove the split pin and slide out the pivot pin
(2). Loosen retaining screws (1) and withdraw
the clutch master cylinder from front side.

5
8. Unscrew the clutch release line (1), remove the
retaining screw (2) and nuts (4). Remove the
hydraulic cylinder (3).
9. Reinstallation of the clutch control assembly
follows the removal procedure in reverse. After
installation, carry out pedal adjustment as
described below.

6
Clutch pedal adjustment
10. Adjust distance (D, page 3) before reassembling
the control pump.
11. With the clutch pedal (1) connected to the fork
(2), check distance (H) from the middle of pedal
to the mat top. It should be approx. 190 mm.

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12. If it is necessary to adjust it, loosen the locknut

(1), remove the pin (3) and screw in or out the
screw on the fork (2) until obtaining the specified
distance (H, fig. 7). Then check that the pedal (9)
can travel along 170 mm (A).

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CLUTCH HYDRAULIC CONTROL ASSEMBLY

Disassemble–Reassemble (Op. 18 104 18 –

18 104 33).
WARNING
Handle all components with the greatest care.
Do no insert hands or fingers between the parts.
Wear suitable protection clothing, including goggles,
gloves and footwear.

WARNING
Always use appropriate tools to align holes. NEVER
USE YOUR HANDS OR FINGERS. 1

Proceed as follows:
2
1. Put the master cylinder in a vice and slide the
tank (1) out of the body (2).

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1
2. Back off the rubber sleeve (2), remove circlip (3)
and withdraw the entire rod assembly (1)
completely.
1

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3. Recover piston (1) and spring (2).

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3
4. Place the bottom hydraulic cylinder (1) in a vice,
1 2 3
release the spring clip (2) and remove the sleeve
(3).

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4
5. Blow out the piston (1) and spring using
compressed air.
6. Reassemble the clutch control master cylinder
and bottom hydraulic cylinder taking into account 1
the following:
– Reassembly follows the disassembly
procedure in reverse, from step no. 5 back to
step no. 1;
– Check seals for proper condition and replace
them if necessary;
– Check sliding surfaces of the pistons and
bores.
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CLUTCH HYDRAULIC CONTROL ASSEMBLY

Clutch control hydraulic circuit bleeding (Op.

18 104 05).
Bleeding of air should be performed each time the
clutch control hydraulic circuit is subject to
maintenance or repair operations.
Proceed as follows:
1. Thoroughly clean the external area of the
assembly around the bleed screw (1, fig. 2) and
hydraulic oil reservoir cover (1).
2. Ensure that the tank (1) is being filled before and
during bleeding.
NOTE: Filter bled oil accurately before reuse.
3. Press clutch pedal slowly along all its travel to
pressurise oil.

1
4. Hold the clutch pedal down and unscrew the
bleeding screw (1) by half a turn. Let drain oil with
air bubbles.
5. Screw in the screw (1) and repeat the above
steps until oil free of air comes out.
6. Press again the clutch pedal to pressurise the
circuit. This condition exists when pedal
operation is felt normal again.
7. Upon completion of bleeding, top up oil in the
reservoir to correct level (1, fig. 1).

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