3022599 - E10 CLUTCH PEDAL HARDENING

When the clutch pedal is pressed, the resistance is excessive,
Since this symptom is 'subjective', make sure that there really is an effective hardening compared with the previous condition which was considered 'normal'
Results of the tests
1CLUTCH PEDAL CHECKSAll OKProblems metOperation
Check the clutch pedal travelContinue to Step 2Pedal travel not correctRestore the operation of the clutch pedal
2CLUTCH OPERATING ACTUATOR CHECKAll OKProblems metOperation
Check the condition of the clutch actuator, inside the bell housingStart up the engine and check that the supply pressure does not decreaseContinue to Step 3Clutch actuator faulty or oil leaksReplace the components involved
3CHECK SPLINED HUBAll OKProblems metOperation
Check for excess grease on the clutch plate hub bushes and the gearbox main shaftContinue to Step 4Gearbox main shaft hub faultyRestore the correct lubrication of the bushes and, if necessary, replace the clutch plate Op.   1810A20 
Gearbox main shaft hub faultyReplace the gearbox main shaft Op.   2110B20 
4CLUTCH PLATE CHECKAll OKProblems metOperation

Verify:

  • clutch plate wear
  • that the clutch plate is not distorted
  • that there is no damage to the pressure plate diaphragm spring
Continue to Step 5Clutch disc or pressure plate faultyReplace the clutch plate Op.   1810A20 
5CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the fault is no longer presentFault persistsSearch for the fault starting from another symptom'