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Measurement Procedure

  1. Install Dial Indicator Set and Magnetic Base. Temporarily install the direct clutch onto the center support. See Fig 1 . Place Dial Indicator Set plunger on the direct clutch piston.
  2. Apply 58-114 psi (4.08-8.02 Kg/CM2 ) of compressed air into the second left fluid passage in the overdrive case. Measure the direct clutch piston stroke. See DIRECT CLUTCH PISTON STROKE SPECIFICATIONS  table.
  3. If the direct clutch piston stroke is not within specifications, install a flange of one of the following sizes in order to adjust the stroke:
    • 0.141" (3.60 mm)
    • 0.149" (3.80 mm)
    • 0.157" (4.00 mm)
DIRECT CLUTCH PISTON SPECIFICATIONS

Application Stroke Clearance - In. (mm) Return Spring Free Length - In. (mm)
Grand Vitara .036-.078 (0.91-1.99) .595 (15.13)
Sportage .040-.089 (1.01-2.25) .595 (15.13)
Tracker .008-.069 (0.20-1.75) .595 (15.13)
Vitara .042-.084 (1.06-2.14) .595 (15.13)
Fig 1: Measuring Direct Clutch Piston Stroke
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