Does Replacing the Clutch Assembly Count as a Major Overhaul?
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Replacing the clutch assembly counts as a major overhaul. Symptoms related to clutch disc damage: If the clutch disc is excessively worn or the clutch pressure plate is deformed, the clutch will not disengage properly or completely when starting, causing the car to shake. If the situation improves, it is due to the clutch being too low. If the problem persists, it is recommended to take the car to a repair shop to remove the transmission for inspection. Precautions for replacing the clutch: The clutch must be thoroughly cleaned before installation to remove anti-rust grease and debris. The power supply and control circuits should be checked; the clutch power supply is typically 24V DC (unless specially ordered). This is obtained by stepping down and full-wave rectifying (or bridge rectifying) three-phase or single-phase AC voltage, with no requirements for voltage stabilization or smoothing, but the power must be sufficiently large.
Replacing the clutch assembly? In my years of auto repair experience, this doesn't qualify as a major overhaul. A major overhaul typically refers to major surgery involving the engine internals or transmission main body, such as dismantling the engine cover to refurbish components. Clutch replacement is a standard maintenance job - it just requires removing the transmission peripheral parts and swapping out the old clutch disc, pressure plate, etc. While the job isn't simple, taking half to a full day and being time-consuming and costly, the parts themselves don't damage the core structure. If not repaired promptly, clutch slippage can wear out the transmission, which might then lead to real overhaul troubles. So don't worry unnecessarily about whether it's a major overhaul or not - finding a reliable shop to replace it promptly is the more sensible approach.
