FRIDAY TIDBIT: Clutches

A clutch is the part that separates the engine from the transmission on manual transmission vehicles.

There are two main parts to the clutch: The Pressure Plate, and the Clutch Disc.

• The pressure plate smashes the clutch disc against the flywheel of the engine when engaged.
• When the clutch pedal is pushed down it releases the pressure off the clutch disc.

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