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Mitsubishi Renault F9Q1 F9Q2 engine factory workshop and repair manual download

Ordered explanation — theory first, then repair steps with why each step fixes the fault. Concise.

1) Clutch theory (brief)
- Purpose: transmit torque from engine to gearbox and allow disengagement for gear changes.
- Mechanical parts: clutch disc (friction surfaces), pressure plate (spring pack that clamps disc to flywheel), flywheel (mated to crank), release bearing (or concentric slave bearing), pilot bearing/bushing, alignment tool.
- Hydraulic/automatic elements on “automatic” or automated-clutch systems: master cylinder, slave (concentric slave or external), hydraulic lines, reservoir; in automated systems add electric/hydraulic actuator, position sensors and ECU which command engagement/disengagement and adaptation.
- How it works: when the actuator or hydraulic system moves the release bearing, it relieves pressure of the pressure plate springs so the disc can spin independently of the flywheel. The actuator or ECU controls timing/amount of release in automated systems.
- Failure modes: friction wear of the disc, glazed or contaminated surfaces, weak/warped flywheel, broken pressure plate springs, failed release bearing, hydraulic leaks, air in system, seized slave/master, failed actuator or sensors, ECU calibration errors.

2) Diagnosing the fault (ordered checks, with why)
- Symptom triage (why): identify whether problem is mechanical (noise, slipping), hydraulic (soft pedal, no disengage), or electronic (automated system faults, incorrect engagement).
- Visual/hydraulic check: inspect fluid level/condition and lines for leaks (hydraulic leak = loss of pressure → partial or no disengage).
- Pedal feel and travel: soft/long travel → air/leak or failing master; very hard pedal → linkage/seized bearing.
- Noise: grinding when disengaging → bad release bearing or misaligned components.
- Slipping under load with engine revs rising → worn/clutch contamination/weak pressure plate.
- Scan for fault codes and read actuator position sensors (why): automated actuators report faults and adaptation values that reveal miscalibration or actuator failure.
- Road test to reproduce (why): verifies behavior under load and shifting conditions.

3) Preparation & safety (why)
- Park on level, chock wheels, disconnect battery (protect ECU and prevent accidental starter).
- Support vehicle securely on jack stands; use an engine support or transmission jack when removing transmission (prevents injury and damage).
- Drain coolant only if removal requires it; remove battery negative to avoid shorts when working near starter/solenoids.

4) Tools & parts (typical)
- Clutch kit (disc, pressure plate, release bearing or concentric slave), flywheel resurfacing or replacement, pilot bearing if applicable, new flywheel bolts (if torque-to-yield), hydraulic seals/lines if leaking, master/slave or actuator if failed, brake/hydraulic fluid DOT spec, alignment tool, torque wrench, transmission jack, basic hand tools, diagnostic tool for actuator calibration.
- Why: replacing consumables and any failed hydraulic/electronic components restores designed clutch clamp force and actuation reliability.

5) Removal (ordered)
1. Read and record fault codes and adaptation values (why: baseline and needed for recalibration).
2. Remove intake/obstructions to access transmission and clutch area.
3. Disconnect battery negative.
4. Drain gearbox oil if needed for safe removal.
5. Remove drive shafts/half-shafts or disconnect at gearbox (why: allows gearbox removal).
6. Support engine; remove engine or transmission mounts as required.
7. Unbolt and remove the gearbox/transmission with a transmission jack (why: gives access to clutch/flywheel).
8. With gearbox removed, inspect bellhousing, input shaft splines, and crank seal (why: contamination sources and wear points).

6) Inspection and measurement (ordered, with theory)
1. Remove pressure plate and clutch disc.
2. Inspect disc friction thickness, rivet clearance, and presence of oil/grease (why: thin or contaminated disc causes slipping).
3. Inspect pressure plate surface and diaphragm spring (warping, cracks, weak/lift-lack across springs causing loss of clamp).
4. Inspect flywheel for hot spots, scoring, glazing and measure runout and flatness. Resurface or replace if out of spec (why: uneven flywheel prevents full contact → chatter/slip).
5. Check release bearing (or concentric slave) for smoothness and radial play; replace if rough or leaking (why: a bad bearing can seize or not move the diaphragm equally).
6. Inspect pilot bearing/bushing; replace if worn (why: reduces misalignment and wear).
7. Inspect clutch fork and pivot for wear, and gearbox input shaft splines—clean and lightly grease splines with high-temp grease (why: worn or dry splines cause misalignment and binding).
8. Check hydraulic components: master cylinder reservoir, hoses, slave cylinder for leaks/continence, actuator electronically for fault codes and linkage free travel (why: hydraulic leaks or actuator faults prevent correct pressure/position).

7) Rebuild/replace (ordered, with why each fix works)
1. Replace clutch disc, pressure plate and release bearing or concentric slave as a kit (why: worn parts cause slipping; renewing restores clamp and friction surfaces and proper actuation).
2. Resurface or replace flywheel if needed (why: restores a flat mating surface so pressure plate clamps evenly).
3. Replace pilot bearing if applicable (why: prevents input shaft wobble and uneven wear).
4. Replace any leaking master/slave cylinder or hydraulic hoses (why: seals hydraulic pressure and prevents air ingress).
5. If automated actuator failed, replace actuator and/or sensors and repair wiring/connectors (why: actuator restores commanded engagement/disengagement).
6. Use new flywheel bolts if required; torque to spec (why: old bolts can stretch; correct torque ensures clamp and prevents loosening).

8) Reassembly (ordered, with why)
1. Clean mating surfaces; use alignment tool to center clutch disc on crank before bolting pressure plate (why: ensures correct input shaft alignment for gearbox mating).
2. Torque pressure plate bolts progressively in a star pattern to the specified torque (why: even clamping prevents warpage).
3. Fit gearbox carefully onto transmission jack and mate to engine ensuring input shaft engages spline without forcing (why: avoids damaging splines or pilot bearing).
4. Refit mounts, axles, linkage, starter, and reconnect wiring and hydraulic lines.
5. Refill gearbox oil where drained.
6. Reconnect battery.

9) Hydraulic bleeding and actuator calibration (ordered, with why)
1. Bleed clutch hydraulic system using correct procedure (gravity or two-person pump and hold) until no air (why: air compresses → soft pedal and incomplete disengagement).
2. If system has concentric slave with built-in bleed nipple, follow recommended sequence.
3. For automated-electrohydraulic actuators: use diagnostic tool to perform clutch adaptation/reset per manufacturer (why: actuator/ECU need baseline values for correct stroke and bite point).
4. Verify reservoir level; check for leaks while pressing pedal/actuator cycles.

10) Testing (ordered, with why)
1. Static checks: start engine, in neutral, observe actuation for noise, leaks, correct pedal feel.
2. Shift through gears with parking brake on, slowly engage clutch to check bite point and smoothness (why: detects binding, misalignment, or slipping).
3. Road test under light then moderate load; check for slipping, chatter, noise, or incorrect automated shifting behavior.
4. Re-scan for fault codes and check adaptation values again (why: confirms ECU sees normal values).

11) How each repair step fixes the faults (summary)
- Replacing worn disc/pressure plate restores friction coefficient and clamping force, eliminating slip and restoring torque transfer.
- Resurfacing/replacing the flywheel restores a flat contact surface so the pressure plate can evenly clamp the disc and prevents chatter/hot spots.
- Replacing the release bearing or concentric slave restores smooth actuation and prevents grinding/noise or stuck release.
- Replacing leaking hydraulic components and bleeding removes compressible air and restores proper hydraulic pressure and pedal feel so the clutch fully disengages/engages.
- Replacing failed actuator or sensors returns correct commanded motion; recalibration lets the ECU know true stroke/positions so automatic sequences work correctly.
- Proper alignment and torquing prevent misalignment and premature wear.

12) Final notes and limits (concise)
- Always use manufacturer torque specs, service limits, and the correct hydraulic fluid.
- Replace torque-to-yield bolts and use new hardware where specified.
- Observe safety: support engine and transmission properly.
- Break-in new clutch gently for the first 200–500 km: avoid heavy loads to allow friction material and pressure plate to mate and stabilize.

If you need exact torque figures, flush/bleed sequences, or ECU adaptation steps for the specific F9Q1/F9Q2 application, consult the factory service manual or OEM diagnostic tool instructions.
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