9. CLUTCH/GEAR SHIFT MECHANISM K-PIPE 50
TROUBLESHOOTING
Faulty clutch operation can usually be corrected by adjusting the clutch.
Clutch slips when accelerating
Faulty clutch lifter mechanism
Discs worn
Weak spring
Incorrect clutch adjustment
Clutch will not disengage
Faulty clutch lifter
Incorrect clutch adjustment
Plates warped
ATC creeps with engine idling
Faulty centrifugal clutch
Clutch operation feels rough
Rough manual clutch outer slots
Worn or damaged centrifugal clutch shoes or drum
Gearshift pedal will not return
Weak or broken gearshift spindle return spring
Binding gearshift spindle
Hard to shift
Gearshift spindle damaged
Stopper plate and pin damaged
Stopper plate bolt loosened
Clutch adjustment incorrect
Transmission jumps out of gear
Stopper arm damaged
Stopper plate damaged
Stopper plate bolt loosen
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