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Clutch

general information

The clutch is designed for breaking the power connection between the engine and transmission Manual transmission switching and because of the friction connection ensures smooth transmission of torque to the chassis at the beginning of the movement.

Clutch consists of a press and conducted disks, as well as the hydraulic drive with the chief executive and cylinders.

Clutch Components

The pressure plate is bolted to the flywheel connected to the crankshaft of the engine. Between the pressure plate and the flywheel is driven disc that presses against the flywheel thrust bearing actuator cylinder. The slave drive is connected to the primary shaft Manual transmission via the splines.

When squeezing the clutch pedal brake fluid from a common reservoir through the clutch master cylinder pressure is transmitted to the slave cylinder (CSC). Thrust bearing slave cylinder acts on the pressure plate. At the same time the clutch disc is removed from the flywheel and the power connection between the engine and Manual transmission is interrupted. In the released state of the pressure spring presses the bearing to the diaphragm spring pressure plate. This reduces wear on the thrust bearing, as when you turn it does not reach the engine speed. Adjusting the clutch is not required.

Each time you turn on and off the clutch as a result of power influence there is a deterioration of the friction linings slave drive. The slave drive is a wearing part, however, the average term of its service is quite large and depends mainly on the engine load and driving style.