Activity (Clutch Assembly)
Activity (Clutch Assembly)
BTLE-IA-3B
ACTIVITY 1
Clutch Assembly
Transmission
Engine
Clutch Disc
Diaphragm Spring
Torsion
Cushion
Damper
Plate
Disc Plate
Hub
Facing
Master Cylinder
Clutch Cover Assembly
Release Cylinder
Hydraulic Tube
Clutch Pedal
2. Differentiate the manual and hydraulic clutch assembly and what are the
limitations of each types.
- Both are differs on the applications performance/driving reliability and repair.
Mechanical clutches have a cable for actuation, and typically need adjusting
throughout the life of the clutch. Hydraulically actuated clutches tend to be self-
adjusting, as long as there is enough fluid in the reservoir. However, this does
mean that hydraulic clutches can be susceptible to air bubbles in the lines, and
water in the system which can lead to premature rusting. Consider silicone fluids
for clutch applications to reduce water problems.
3. In a clutch assembly, what is the importance of “FREE PLAY” and the clutch
pedal height?
- Pedal free play is a necessary part of the design. The clutch system is
designed to allow just a little bit of pedal free play to ensure that the rod of the
master cylinder is released all the way when your foot is off the pedal, even
when parts are hot and expanded fully, therefore needing more space. In
order to work efficiently, the clutch needs the right amount of play in the
linkage between the foot pedal and the clutch operating lever (also known as
the release arm or fork). Anything less than the correct amount of free play
(or clearance) will result in clutch slip, because the pressure plate will be
unable to exert its full pressure on the friction plate.
6. What happen when the transmission input shaft is not align to the clutch splines?
- The throw out bearing accurately slides over the input shaft bearing retainer
sleeve. The clutch fork has two curled springs that hold the release bearing
sleeve to the clutch fork. It's imperative that the release bearing that's already
assembled to the fork is centered properly on and over the three fingers of the
clutch pressure plate.
7. When a driver’s footsteps always in the clutch pedal during driving even without
shifting gears, what will be the effect in the clutch assembly?
When you put your car in neutral at a stop light, you’re lessening the general
wear on your clutch
There are ways to avoid rolling down a hill without holding the clutch in.
Your gear shift is not a hand rest.
Don’t lug the engine. It will cause major problems for you in the long run.
Resting your foot on the clutch is a bad habit to get into, so try and avoid it as
much as possible.