1996, 4x4, 2.3, 5-speed, how to check clutch?

[LandonRobinson]

I've had this truck for nearly a year now, I'm not having any problems with the clutch but I was just wondering if there was any way to check the condition of the clutch without removing the transmission?

 

[rusty ol ranger]

Clutches are pretty cut n dried. If its functioning well and not slipping i wouldnt worry about it.

 

[LandonRobinson]

Mainly I'm just curious as to how much clutch material is left on the fins as I'd rather deal with replacing it during the summer when the weather is nice.

 

[Shran]

You can pull the rubber inspection cover off the driver's side of the bellhousing and look in there but it's not going to tell you a whole lot. If your clutch is extremely worn, you may be able to see that the disc is quite thin... but it's really hard to tell since you're just getting a side view.

If you're really worried about it and can do it yourself, just order up a kit and do it... 4 cylinder trucks are a piece of cake.