Cover assembly
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| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Pressure plate |
| 2 | Diaphragm spring |
| 3 | Clutch cover |
Role of the cover assembly
The cover assembly comprises the pressure plate, diaphragm spring and clutch cover; it makes sure that sufficient contact pressure is applied. In addition, the cover assembly transmits the torque from the flywheel to the pressure plate and then onto the clutch disc.
Function of the cover assembly
If the clutch pedal is pressed as far as it will go, the actuating force for a diaphragm spring does not increase any further when the pressure point is exceeded. This avoids excessive axial loads being applied to the transmission synchronization.