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…
Pilot Bearing
The pilot bearing or bushing is pressed into the end of the crankshaft to support the end of the transmission input shaft (Figure 10-7). The pilot bearing is a solid…
Flywheel
The flywheel is the mounting surface for the clutch (Figure 10-7). The pressure plate bolts to the flywheel face. The clutch disc is clamped and held against the flywheel by…
Diaphragm Pressure Plate
The diaphragm pressure plate (Figure 10-6) uses a single diaphragm spring instead of coil springs. The diaphragm spring is a large, round disc of spring steel. The spring is bent…
Coil Spring Pressure Plate
The coil spring pressure plate uses small coil springs similar to valve springs (Figure 10- 5). The face of the pressure plate is a large, flat ring that contacts the…
