(9) Check controls and clutch adjustment. If necessary, correct according to paragraph [48.]
52. REPLACEMENT OF CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING ([fig. 31]).
a. Clutch release lever acts against a thrust bearing and push rod assembly which actuates clutch releasing disk.
b. Remove Clutch Release Bearing. Engage clutch fully (foot pedal toe down) and disengage clutch control cable end from slotted end of clutch release lever.
(1) Loosen rear chain guard by removing cap screw which retains rear chain oil pipe and secures front end of rear drive chain guard to transmission countershaft sprocket cover.
(2) Remove the four nuts which secure sprocket cover to transmission.
(3) Remove filler plug.
(4) Hold down starter crank with screwdriver.
(5) Remove sprocket cover and clutch release lever assembly. It may be necessary to pry cover off studs. With cover removed, clutch release bearing is exposed.
(6) Withdraw clutch release bearing and push rod assembly from transmission shaft.