Clutch Slave Cylinder
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| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| A | Sectional plane A |
| 1 | Connection - pressure line with hydraulic duct to the pressure chamber |
| 2 | Oil seal |
| 3 | Sleeve |
| 4 | Pressure chamber |
| 5 | Packing |
| 6 | Gaiter |
| 7 | Pressure spring |
| 8 | Pistons |
| 9 | Clutch release bearing |
Function
The task of the clutch slave cylinder is to transmit the fluid pressure generated in the clutch master cylinder as a force for actuating the clutch release bearing.
Operation
In the clutch slave cylinder, the pressure moves the piston in the axial direction. In the process, the clutch release bearing presses against the diaphragm spring of the pressure plate and interrupts the frictional connection between the clutch disc and the flywheel.
The diaphragm spring causes the clutch release bearing to be preloaded when not actuated.