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Normal Operation

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The clutch is designed to transfer the power from the engine to the transmission, which may be either stationary (starting) or rotating at a different speed (upshifting or downshifting). The clutch is functioning correctly when both the engine and transmission are rotating at the same speed with the clutch engaged and no vibrations are felt.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following: