OEM Chrysler Clutch Fork

Chrysler Clutch Fork Parts and Q&A

• Release Fork
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  Q: How to Maintain and Fix a Clutch Fork on Chrysler PT Cruiser?

  A:

  Start off by separating the transaxle from the vehicle when you're servicing the clutch release fork. Always hold the lever and bearing arrangement upright and attach two hands around the release lever within the stud socket of the pivot and gently but firmly pull the lever away from the pivot for separation. Lift the whole lever-bearing thrust plate unit in one go to avoid hurting the retention tabs on the bearing. Double-check that the bearing which is pre-oiled and also sealed, has not come into contact with any oil or solvent. Whether the bearing is made from steel, plastic or rubber, it should move easily under slight pressure, with some drag from grease as usual; if however it is noisy, rough or in a dry state, change the complete bearing assembly with a new bearing. Make sure to inspect the pivot stud spring clips at the back of the clutch release lever and if the clips are damaged or out of shape, change the clutch release lever.
• Release Fork
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  Q: How to Service and Repair a Clutch Fork on Chrysler Sebring?

  A:

  First, take out the transaxle from the car before servicing and repairing the clutch release fork. Hold the lever and bearing group in upright position, use both hands to get a grip on the release lever in the pivot stud opening and pull steadily to remove the lever from the pivot stud, not relying on a screwdriver or pry bar to protect the spring clip from breakage. Lift the lever out of the bearing thrust plate and make sure you don't damage the retention tabs while doing so. Peek inside the pre-lubricated and sealed bearing, making sure it doesn't get wet during inspection; it should show easy turning under a little push, with resistance from the sealant considered normal. Should the bearing be making noise, feel rough or has dried, you need to change the full bearing assembly. On the back of the clutch release lever, make sure the pivot stud spring clips are not broken before replacing the whole lever. Do not remove the release lever pivot ball unless it is stuck, using slide hammer C-3752 and remover/installer 6891 to take it off. For installation, add new release lever pivot ball(s) using the same tools if you have removed the old one. First, grease the pivot ball pocket in the lever and the lever arms, then add the arms to the bearing with the small pegs placed over the arms. Attach the assembly of the bearing and lever to the transaxle along with the input shaft bearing retainer, snap the clutch release lever onto the pivot ball and then lower the assembly into the car.