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I am replacing the release fork shaft on a 1994 mitsubishi mighty max 2.4 liter with a r5m21 transmission. when I removed the transmission the clutch release bearing did not have the retaining clip holding it to the shaft and am not sure where on the shaft the clutch release bearing should be positioned and the clip is very odd. the shaft has a small hole on the bottom but the release bearing doesn't seem to have a proper fitting. this is the first time I am doing this and am a novice, got this far thought and am a bit confused thanks alex

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1994 Mitsubishi mighty max 2.4 liter

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December 23 3:21 PM (8 minutes and 27 seconds later)
         
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Greetings!

I have searched for a good illustration of teh clutch components; here are the only ones I could locate. Also, here is the written procedure for clutch replacement that describes removing and installing the release bearing as part of the procedure. I am afraid it is all I can find for this vehicle. Also, there are 2 different types of clutch mechanisms listed for this vehicle; one cable type and one hydraulic type. I have included both illustrations for you, although they do not show a great amount of close up detail...

  1. Remove transmission and transfer case assembly, if applicable, as outlined under Transmission and Drivetrain .
  2. Insert suitable tool into center hole to prevent dropping clutch disc, then diagonally loosen bolts holding clutch cover assembly and remove assembly.
  3. Remove clutch disc and tool.
  4. Remove two return clips on transmission side, then the release bearing.
  5. Remove shift arm spring pin and control lever shaft assembly with 3/16 inch punch, then remove clutch shift arm, two felt packing and two return springs.
  6. Apply grease to inside surface of bushing and oil seal lips and apply engine oil to two felt packing.
  7. Insert clutch control lever and shaft assembly into transmission case from left, then install clutch shift arm, two felt packing, and two return springs onto shaft.
  8. Align lockpin holes on shift arm and control shaft, then drive in two spring pins. Ensure spring pin slot direction is at right angles to control shaft.
  9. Apply ample amount of rubber grease to outer surface of piston and piston cup and insert them in release cylinder, then install pushrod and rubber boot.
  10. Install release cylinder assembly to transmission case.
  11. Fill groove of bearing inside diameter with grease.
  12. Install release bearing to transmission front bearing retainer, then install return clips.
  13. Rub grease in clutch disc spline and transmission main gear spline.
  14. Using suitable tool, install clutch disc and clutch cover assembly on flywheel. When installing clutch disc, make certain that surface with manufacturer's stamped mark is on pressure plate side.
  15. Install transmission.

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I hope this is helpful to you; if so, an accept would be most appreciated! Thanks!

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December 23 3:47 PM (25 minutes and 42 seconds later)
         
Steve: this doesn't really answer anything for me, I already have a manual and it is the first illustration. the links that go to alldata is this accessible by me? can I email a picture? what is the front bearing retainer? is the throw out bearing suppose to be independent? let me know
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December 26 3:02 PM (2 days and 23 hours later)
         
Reply to Steve7654's Post: I have already replied and this diagram doesn't show me anything differently than the manual I already have,. i will relist the question thank you alex
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December 27 10:07 AM (19 hours and 5 minutes and 12 seconds later)
         
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