What Causes a Manual Transmission to Suddenly Lose Its Clutch?
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In reality, it's not that the clutch is missing, but rather that an electronic mechanism has taken over the task of operating the clutch for the driver, known as an electronic clutch. An electronic clutch essentially removes the clutch pedal, requiring only gear shifting with the lever. The system then controls the clutch engagement based on the gear lever position, eliminating concerns about incomplete disengagement of engine components and making gear shifting simpler. To some extent, this is quite similar to an automatic transmission vehicle but offers more driving pleasure. Below are specific manifestations of clutch failures: 1. Clutch Slippage: When starting the car in a low gear, releasing the clutch pedal does not result in the car moving or makes starting difficult; during acceleration, the vehicle speed does not increase with the engine RPM, leading to a feeling of lack of power, and in severe cases, a burning smell or smoke may occur. 2. Incomplete Clutch Disengagement: Even with the clutch pedal fully depressed, the power between the clutch's driving and driven discs is not completely cut off, resulting in difficulty shifting gears, gear grinding, inability to stop, or the clutch overheating. 3. Clutch Chatter: The entire vehicle shakes during startup, especially when idling and gradually releasing the clutch pedal to start in a low gear, leading to continuous jerking.
