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Clutch

  Clutch   Principle - The clutch operates on the principle of "friction." Location - The clutch plate sits on the clutch shaft between the engine flywheel and the gearbox. Function - 1) Transferring power from the engine to the rear wheels through the flywheel. 2) Connecting or disconnecting power from the engine to the wheels. 3) To accelerate the vehicle slowly from a stationary position. 4) To start the engine with a jerk. 5) To reduce generated vibration and heat. 6) Parking the car in place, etc. Main parts of the clutch - 1) Driving Members :    - Flywheel,    - Pressure plate,    - Driving Disc,    - Pressure spring,    - Releasing Levers. 2) Driven Members :    - The disc or plate is the clutch plate. 3) Operating Members :    - Pedal,    - Linkage,    - Release bearing,    - Release fork,    - Spring. Types of Friction Materials: 1) Mill Board Type - Asbe...