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The installation method of Mitsubishi clutch friction plates is as follows: •  Preparation work: Confirm that the model of the clutch friction plate is compatible with the vehicle, and check whether the friction plate is damaged or excessively worn. Some clutch plates will be marked with "Front" (front side) or "Back" (back side) on the edge or surface, and the direction should be judged according to the marks during installation.  •  Removal of related components: First, disconnect the vehicle's power supply, then remove related components such as the drive shaft and gearbox to facilitate subsequent operations. Then remove the clutch cover assembly, clutch friction plate assembly, release bearing and release fork from the flywheel, and make marks to record the installation position and direction of each component.Inspection and Lubrication: Check if the surfaces of the flywheel and pressure plate are clean and free of oil stains. If there are oil stains, wipe them clean with a dry cloth. Meanwhile, add lubricating oil to the flywheel pilot bearing to ensure it rotates smoothly.  •  Installing the Friction Disc: Apply an appropriate amount of lubricating oil to the splines of the clutch disc to enhance sliding performance. Then, use a dedicated clutch installation tool to insert the clutch friction disc into the flywheel assembly. For some models such as the Mitsubishi Lancer, the clutch friction disc should be installed backwards, meaning the surface in contact with the pressure plate is the friction surface. Also, ensure that the splines of the friction disc align with those of the transmission input shaft, and that the side of the driven disc with the protruding damping spring faces the pressure plate.Install the pressure plate: Mount the pressure plate onto the flywheel, ensuring it fits tightly against the clutch friction disc. Align it with the previously made assembly marks and hand-tighten the fixing bolts.  •  Tighten the bolts: Use a torque wrench to uniformly tighten the pressure plate's fixing bolts to the specified torque, ensuring the pressure plate is securely installed. Meanwhile, check if the tops of the diaphragm springs are at the same height. If the height difference exceeds 0.5 mm, adjust using a dedicated tool.  •  Install the release bearing and release fork: Apply lithium-based grease to the relevant connection points of the release bearing and release fork, then install the release bearing and release fork assembly in the correct position, ensuring the release bearing moves smoothly.Reinstall other components: Install other components such as the gearbox and drive shaft in the reverse order of removal.  •  Adjust the clutch pedal: After installation, check and adjust the free travel of the clutch pedal to keep it within the specified range, generally 20-25mm.

The following are the precautions for installing Mitsubishi clutch friction plates:Inspection before installation •  Component inspection: Check the friction surface of the clutch friction plate to ensure there are no defects such as loose rivets, uneven contact, deterioration, or adhesion of lubricating oil or grease. At the same time, measure the rivet sinkage. If it exceeds the limit value of 0.3mm, the friction plate must be replaced. In addition, check whether the torsion spring has clearance or damage; if so, the friction plate also needs to be replaced.  •  Fit inspection: Check the fit between the splines of the clutch driven plate hub and the input shaft splines. They should move freely without jamming and without obvious looseness.  •  Cleaning work: The friction plate must be kept clean at all times, protected from dust, dirt, and oil. Before installation, the surfaces of the pressure plate and flywheel must be cleaned to remove oil stains and prevent clutch slippage.Precautions during the installation process •  Installation direction: The clutch friction plates of some models such as Mitsubishi Lancer should be installed reversely, that is, the contact surface with the pressure plate is the friction surface, and the side of the driven plate with the protruding damping spring should face the pressure plate. Some clutch plates are marked "Front" (front side) or "Back" (back side) on the edge or surface, and the direction should be judged according to the marks during installation.  •  Use of special tools: Special clutch tools, such as special guide shafts, should be used during installation to ensure the correct installation of the clutch cover and avoid deformation.Lubrication treatment: Apply an appropriate amount of lubricating oil to the splines of the clutch disc to enhance the sliding effect. Meanwhile, each fulcrum, supporting surface, release bearing, and other contact surfaces should be coated with basic grease to reduce wear.  •  Bolt tightening: When installing the pressure plate, the pressure plate and the flywheel should be in close contact. When tightening the bolts, the diagonal principle should be followed, and the torque is generally controlled at 25Nm to ensure that the pressure plate is installed firmly and the force is evenly distributed.  •  Mark alignment: The alignment marks on the clutch cover, pressure plate, and diaphragm spring must be strictly matched to ensure precise fitting of each component.Post-installation Inspection and Adjustment •  Adjustment of Pedal Free Travel: The free travel of the clutch pedal should be adjusted to the range of 15mm to 25mm to ensure smooth operation.  •  Installation of Release Bearing: When installing the rubber dust cover, first push the compression spring into the release bearing, then pre-press the retaining ring to size A=18mm and lock it. The locking torque of the release bearing is 15Nm.  •  Inspection of Diaphragm Spring: Inspect and adjust the top height of the diaphragm spring. If the height difference exceeds 0.5mm, adjust it with a special tool.

References：The content of this passage is mainly derived from Mitsubishi Motors' repair manuals and some professional websites related to automobile maintenance. Among them, the information about the reverse installation of the clutch friction disc of the Mitsubishi Lancer comes from Xi'an Automobile Network. The content such as that the alignment marks of the clutch cover, pressure plate, and diaphragm spring should be aligned, and that each fulcrum, supporting surface, and release bearing should be coated with basic grease during assembly is consistent with the introduction on Autohome regarding the replacement of the clutch disc for the Mitsubishi Pajero. The precautions such as keeping the friction disc clean, cleaning the surfaces of the pressure plate and flywheel before installation, and applying lubricating oil on the splines of the clutch disc during installation refer to the relevant content on PCauto. In addition, the content about the adjustment range of the clutch pedal free travel and other aspects may also come from Mitsubishi Motors' repair manuals or other professional maintenance materials.