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Clutch Controls









The clutch control system consists of the components shown.
The clutch control system engages and disengages the clutch system. The clutch control system disengages the clutch system when the clutch pedal is depressed and engages the clutch system when the clutch pedal is released. When the clutch pedal is depressed it pushes the clutch master cylinder plunger developing hydraulic pressure and applies the clutch slave cylinder which engages the clutch release hub and bearing. The clutch release hub and bearing then compresses the clutch pressure plate diaphragm spring, releasing the pressure on the clutch disc which in turn disengages the transmission from the engine.
The hydraulic clutch system adjusts automatically to compensate for clutch disc wear. Clutch linkage is not adjustable.