Opel vehicles with a manual gearbox are equipped with a single-disk dry clutch with asbestos-free linings and a dual-mass flywheel. The clutch is controlled hydraulically. Vehicles with automatic transmission are equipped with a hydraulic multi-plate clutch.
During operation, clutch maintenance is not required, since during its operation, the worn parts of the linings themselves are leveled. The clutch disc must be replaced after about 100,000 km, but this largely depends on the vehicle's load conditions.
Depending on the engine model and gearbox type, the clutch design may vary slightly.
Flywheel
The flywheel is rigidly connected to the crankshaft of the engine. The dual-mass flywheel, with the help of a spring-damper system, ensures maximum damping of torsional vibrations.
Driven and pressure discs
The driven disk is mounted on the input shaft of the gearbox. On both sides, pads are riveted to it.
The pressure plate is rigidly connected to the flywheel through the diaphragm spring and the clutch cover. The pressure plate is used to press the driven disc against the flywheel. The surface of the pressure plate is treated with an anti-corrosion compound. When cleaning the pressure plate, only its working surface should be treated - this way you will extend the life of the clutch.
Clutch Release Bearing
The clutch release bearing ensures that the driven disk is released from the driving disk when the clutch pedal is pressed.
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