Manual Transmissions
A manual transmission (Figure 10-11) is designed with two purposes in mind. One purpose of the transmission is providing the operator with the option of maneuvering the vehicle in either…
Clutch Overhaul
When adjustment or repair of the linkage fails to remedy problems with the clutch, you must remove the clutch for inspection. Discard any faulty parts and replace them with new…
Pedal Pulsation
A pulsating clutch pedal is caused by the runout (wobble or vibration) of one of the rotating members of the clutch assembly. A series of slight movements can be felt…
Abnormal Noises
Faulty clutch parts can make various noises. When an operator reports that a clutch is making noise, find out when the noise is heard. Does the sound occur when the…
Dragging
A dragging clutch will make the transmission or transaxle grind when trying to engage or shift gears. This condition results when the clutch disc does not completely disengage from the…
Grabbing
A grabbing or chattering clutch will produce a very severe vibration or jerking motion when the vehicle is accelerated from a standstill. Even when the operator slowly releases the clutch…
Slipping
Slipping occurs when the driven disc fails to rotate at the same speed as the driving members when the clutch is fully engaged. This condition results whenever the clutch pressure…
Hydraulic Clutch
The hydraulically operated clutch is adjusted by changing the length of the slave cylinder pushrod. To adjust a hydraulic clutch, simply turn the nut or nuts on the pushrod as…
Pressure Plate Adjustment
When a new pressure plate is installed, do not forget to check the plate for proper adjustments. These adjustments will ensure proper operation of the pressure plate. The first adjustment…
Clutch Operation
When the operator presses the clutch pedal, the clutch release mechanism pulls or pushes on the clutch release lever or fork (Figure 10-8). The fork moves the release bearing into…
