Automotive Transmission
Manual Transmissions
A manual transmission (Figure 10-11) is designed with two purposes in mind. One purpose of the transmission is…
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Automotive Transmission
Clutch Overhaul
When adjustment or repair of the linkage fails to remedy problems with the clutch, you must remove the…
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Pedal Pulsation
A pulsating clutch pedal is caused by the runout (wobble or vibration) of one of the rotating members…
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Abnormal Noises
Faulty clutch parts can make various noises. When an operator reports that a clutch is making noise, find…
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Dragging
A dragging clutch will make the transmission or transaxle grind when trying to engage or shift gears. This…
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Grabbing
A grabbing or chattering clutch will produce a very severe vibration or jerking motion when the vehicle is…
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Slipping
Slipping occurs when the driven disc fails to rotate at the same speed as the driving members when…
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Hydraulic Clutch
The hydraulically operated clutch is adjusted by changing the length of the slave cylinder pushrod. To adjust a…
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Pressure Plate Adjustment
When a new pressure plate is installed, do not forget to check the plate for proper adjustments. These…
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Clutch Operation
When the operator presses the clutch pedal, the clutch release mechanism pulls or pushes on the clutch release…
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