What Causes Automatic Transmission Clutch Plate Burning?
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Automatic transmission clutch plate burning occurs due to abnormal friction, which generates high temperatures that damage the clutch plate. Symptoms of clutch burning: Automatic transmission clutch burning mostly happens in dry dual-clutch vehicles. The signs include difficulty in starting, severe gear shifting jerks, a burning smell, and possibly a warning light on the dashboard. Causes of clutch burning: The clutch for first gear (odd-numbered gears) is often in a semi-engaged state, causing relative movement between the clutch plate and friction plate, which generates heat. Since dry dual-clutch transmissions are not immersed in gearbox oil, the heat cannot dissipate, leading to clutch burning over time.