Clutch — General Information and Removal (Mercedes-Benz S-Class W116)

The clutch is single-disk, dry, with a central pressure diaphragm spring. The clutch drive is hydraulic with a master and slave cylinder.

The pressure plate and diaphragm spring are non-separable and must be replaced if damaged.

Removal the clutch

The clutch can be removed from the engine installed on the vehicle.

Remove the gearbox (section 10.1).

Use a center punch to mark the position of the clutch housing and flywheel.

Loosen the six clutch mounting bolts evenly and crosswise.

Remove the clutch housing and driven disk.

Wipe the inner surfaces of the flywheel with a rag and check the working surface. If the friction linings of the driven disk wear down to the rivet heads, the working surfaces of the flywheel and clutch pressure plate may be worn out.

Whenever the engine is removed or the gearbox is disconnected, it is essential to check the condition of the clutch.