Section 12 (Clutches - 5 Series (E39)): Description
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Clutch is single plate, dry-disc type. Flywheel is a dual mass type. Diaphragm spring type pressure plate uses a vibrational damper. Release bearing is operated by slave cylinder push rod and release lever.
Slave cylinder is mounted on clutch housing, and extends inside housing. See Figure . Clutch master cylinder is connected to clutch pedal by a push rod. Master cylinder is mounted to firewall.
For additional information, see MANUAL TRANSMISSION - SERVICING article.