Clutch 10 - Clutch Controller
Function
The release bearing should transfer the force of the clutch release lever or directly (picture) onto the rotating clutch pressure plate (
plate spring).
How it works
Release bearings must take up large axial forces. In earlier times a minor amount of play provided with not-engaged clutch pedal for standstill during a normal trip. It rotated only while letting in the clutch. Because of
an improved protection against wear today's release bearings can always co-rotate.
The hydraulic clutch operation may feature a slave cylinder that can be centrally integrated into the release bearing.
Important
Long lasting flooring of the clutch, e.g., before a red traffic light strains the release bearing, the clutch disc, and the axial bearing of the crankshaft needlessly. 05/08
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