Description

The pressure plate contains the clutch plate, spring, cover and releases finger. The sub-assembly is bolted to the flywheel, and the clutch plate is sandwiched in the middle. Although there are two types of pressure plates, spring type and diaphragm type, the latter is the most commonly used.

Purpose

As the name suggests, the pressure plate applies pressure to the clutch plate to transfer torque to the transmission. When the pressure plate is connected with the clutch plate and flywheel, it will form and disrupt the power flow from the engine to the transmission.

Maintenance tips/recommendations

Clutch chattering is a common symptom, which may indicate that the clutch has worn out, but this phenomenon may also be caused by engine oil leakage to the clutch assembly, poor flywheel surface, damaged pressure plate release lever, and clutch disc hub bounce and incorrect alignment. caused. Between the engine and the gearbox.

Another common clutch problem is clutch slippage. This may be caused by a variety of factors, such as damage to the pressure plate, worn coupling, improper fixing or adjustment, incorrect clutch components, or even normal wear.

Dragging the clutch is the least common symptom, as opposed to slipping. Resistance occurs when the clutch is not released at all or only partially. Clutch resistance is usually caused by wear, fixation or improper adjustment of the clutch connecting rod. The air in the hydraulic clutch linkage, damaged pressure plate fingers and the tightening of the clutch disc on the input shaft may also cause resistance. To get an in-depth understanding of car clutch problems, please have a professional technician conduct a road test on your car to confirm the symptoms you are experiencing. This is the best first step to a correct diagnosis.

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