What are the effects of a burning smell from the clutch plate?

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DeEmery
07/30/25 12:57am
When a burning smell is emitted from the car's clutch plate, it can lead to symptoms such as clutch slippage, incomplete clutch disengagement, and clutch shuddering. The specific effects are as follows: Clutch Slippage: When starting the car in a low gear, after releasing the clutch pedal, the car may not start or has difficulty starting; during acceleration, the vehicle speed does not increase with the engine speed, resulting in a feeling of weak driving. In severe cases, a burning smell or smoke may occur. Incomplete Clutch Disengagement: Even when the clutch pedal is fully depressed, the power between the moving plates cannot be completely cut off, leading to difficulty in shifting gears, gear grinding, inability to stop, and clutch overheating. Clutch Shuddering: During startup, the entire vehicle shakes, especially when idling and gradually releasing the clutch pedal in low gear, causing continuous jerking.
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