General information about the clutch

The clutch is designed for short-term separation and subsequent smooth connection of the engine and transmission. Mondeo vehicles use a single plate dry clutch with pressure plate and belleville spring. The clutch drive is hydraulic. The articulation of the clutch slave cylinder with the clutch release bearing is original. If the clutch release bearing fails, the slave cylinder must also be replaced.

The pressure in the hydraulic system is generated by the master cylinder connected to the clutch pedal. When you press the clutch pedal, the pressure increases and is transmitted to the slave cylinder, and then to the clutch release bearing.

The engine flywheel is rigidly connected to the crankshaft.

The clutch disc is located on the gearbox input shaft. Friction linings are riveted on both sides.

The clutch cover is attached to the flywheel and contains a pressure plate that presses the clutch plate against the flywheel.

Clutch release bearing. When the clutch pedal is depressed, the clutch release bearing presses against the clutch diaphragm spring.

Increased clutch wear occurs when the clutch discs slip. Slippage can be caused by the following reasons:

- abrupt start;

- pulling away in second gear;

- holding the foot on the clutch pedal;

- long-term towing of heavy cargo;

- weakening of the engine or gearbox mount or loosening of the mounting bolts. This causes the power unit to oscillate when the clutch is engaged.