Which way does a clutch fit?

Which way does a clutch fit?

Which way does a clutch plate go in? Always place the flat side of the clutch plate against the motor.

Can you install a clutch without an alignment tool?

Installing a clutch with a clutch alignment tool is definitely preferred, and in some cases may be required. But for many installs, a little ingenuity is all you need to install your clutch without relying on tools you don’t need.

What is the difference between a flywheel and a flexplate?

The flywheel is found primarily in vehicles that have a manual transmission, whereas the flexplate is found in automatic transmission vehicles. Both of these components are typically heavy, but the flexplate is much thinner and therefore lighter than the flywheel.

What does TM side mean on a clutch plate?

T/M SIDE Gearbox Side. TRANS SIDE Gearbox Side. Example: If GEARBOX SIDE appears on the clutch disc, this side will be facing the gearbox if the installation direction is correct. If there is no label present, the installation direction of the used clutch disc must be noted.

How can a clutch be misaligned?

Possible causes of misalignment: Flange bolts loose or not properly tightened. Close-tolerance sleeves or pins missing or damaged. Clutch bell housing warped because attaching bolts have not been evenly tightened or deformed due to the effect of force such as dropping or striking hard when fitting.

What is the easiest way to find biting point?

Finding the biting point Place your right foot to the accelerator pedal and hold it steady. As you slowly start to lift your left foot off the clutch, you’ll feel the engine and wheels starting to engage and may see the front of the bonnet rise a little.

Where should the biting point be on a new clutch?

The bite point is usually around half way through the clutches working travel (around mid-way from fully pressed to fully released). The does however vary a little from car to car.