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Because a combustion engine keeps turning over as long as it's running. If you hadn't got a clutch (or the torque converter in an auto tranny) the engine would have to be stopped everytime the vehicle was stopped.
Also, when you're changing gears you're hooking a turning engine up to parts that aren't turning. If you didn't have a clutch to smooth out that transition it'd get very jerky.
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Why diphragm clutch is not used in today vehicle?
There not? I just put a diaphragm clutch in my street car.
What is function of clutch plate of a Vehicle?
A clutch pressure plate is used to clamp the disc to the flywheel and transfers the power to the transmission.
Does a 1999 acura 3.2 liter v6 have a clutch?
It did come available in a manual, only 4spd automatic. So no it does have a clutch. Atuomatics have "clutch packs" used to shift gears. Any vehicle has a clutch.
If you ride the clutch how long will the clutch last?
It depends on the quality of clutch in the vehicle you have. my sister used to ride her clutch a lot, as did a few other people i knew. If you are lucky, your clutch may last a year or two... its best not to ride the clutch too much if you can help it.
How do you tell if your clutch is gone?
NO FREE PLAY AT TOP POSITION - CLUTCH SLIPS AND VEHICLE DOES NOT MOVE TOO MUCH FREE PLAY AT BOTTOM - VEHICLE WON'T SHIFT CLUTCH DOES NOT RELEASE
How do you replace clutch brake on eaton fuller 18speed transmission?
To replace the clutch brake on an Eaton Fuller 18-speed transmission, first ensure the vehicle is safely secured and the transmission is in neutral. Remove the transmission from the vehicle, then disassemble the clutch assembly to access the clutch brake. Replace the old clutch brake with a new one, ensuring proper alignment and installation, and then reassemble the clutch and transmission. Finally, reinstall the transmission in the vehicle and test the clutch operation before returning the vehicle to service.
Where does the clutch fluied go on a 74 vw bug?
Unless someone has done a custom hydraulic clutch setup on this vehicle- there is no clutch fluid. It is a cable clutch linkage on a stock vehicle. If it has been customized there will be a easily identifiable reservoir connected to the clutch pedal or connected to the clutch master cylinder by a hose.
Wining noise when clutch is in?
sounds like maybe a clutch release bearing. what vehicle
Where on a vehicle clutch system would you measure the clearance?
At the clutch plate and the pressure plate.
Clutch is slipping?
Clutch disc is worn out. Not knowing what vehicle you have, most are hydraulically operated and there is no adjustment. Time for clutch replacement.
Who invented vehicle clutch?
Imogen Syms
What purpose does a centrifugal clutch serve?
In small engine cars, the centrifugal clutch serves as an automatic clutch that allows the vehicle's engine to idle without the driver doing anything. Such clutches are commonly used in chainsaws, go-karts, and lawnmowers.
