What are the consequences of not repairing a damaged transmission flywheel?
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It will severely affect the lifespan of the transmission's first shaft bearing, leading to bearing looseness, and in severe cases, abnormal noises from the transmission when in neutral, with the noise disappearing when the clutch pedal is depressed. Additional information is as follows: The role of the flywheel: A large inertia wheel-shaped energy accumulator installed on the machine's rotating shaft. When the machine's speed increases, the flywheel's kinetic energy increases, storing energy; when the machine's speed decreases, the flywheel's kinetic energy decreases, releasing energy. The flywheel can be used to reduce speed fluctuations during mechanical operation. The function of the flywheel: To store part of the energy from the engine's power stroke to overcome the resistance of other strokes, ensuring uniform rotation of the crankshaft; to connect the engine and the vehicle's transmission system through the clutch installed on the flywheel; and to facilitate engine starting with the engagement of a ring gear with the starter motor.
I remember one time when the flywheel in the transmission broke and wasn’t repaired, the car drove like it was trembling, had sluggish starts, and kept stalling. The scariest part was when the engine suddenly shut off on the highway, almost causing a rear-end collision. The consequences were a complete loss of power, drastically increasing the danger. If left unfixed for too long, the deformed flywheel would wear out the clutch plates and even damage the transmission gears. By then, the repair costs would multiply, and safety would be compromised. My lesson is to get any issues fixed promptly by a professional shop—don’t delay your driving safety. Always pay attention to how smoothly your car starts and investigate any unusual noises early to avoid stress and hassle on the road.
