Operation

OPERATION

The clutch operates with leverage, clamping force, and friction. The disc serves as the friction element and the diaphragm-style clutch cover provides the clamping force. The clutch pedal, hydraulic linkage, and the release bearing provide the leverage.


A shared reservoir for the brake system and clutch system is mounted to the dash panel. The clutch master cylinder push rod is connected to the clutch pedal. When the clutch pedal is depressed, the slave cylinder is operated by the clutch master cylinder mounted on the pedal assembly. The release bearing then depresses the clutch cover spring fingers, thereby releasing pressure on the clutch disc and allowing the engine crankshaft to spin independently of the transmission input shaft.