What Causes the Springy Feeling When Releasing the Clutch?

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VanNolan
07/30/25 1:32am
Releasing the clutch is the process of the friction plate gradually pressing back against the flywheel, and a slight springy feeling is normal. Here are some related introductions about the clutch: 1. Clutch: The clutch is located inside the flywheel housing between the engine and the transmission. The clutch assembly is fixed to the rear plane of the flywheel with screws, and the output shaft of the clutch is the input shaft of the transmission. During driving, the driver can press or release the clutch pedal as needed to temporarily separate or gradually engage the engine and transmission, thereby cutting off or transmitting the power from the engine to the transmission. 2. Principle of Releasing the Clutch: The principle of releasing the clutch is: "slow at first, fast in the middle, and coordinated at the end." When initially pressing down, it should be quick and done in one motion all the way to the bottom. When lifting the pedal during the free travel phase, it should be quick. As it nears contact, it should be slow. At the semi-engagement point, there should be a slight pause before fully releasing. The key to this process is finding the semi-engagement point. To control the vehicle speed effectively, the semi-engagement point serves as the boundary: lifting quickly above it and lowering slowly below it, adjusting to find a speed that suits you.
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VonBrayden
08/15/25 7:14am
I have an eight-year-old manual transmission car that has experienced the clutch pedal kicking back when released. This is usually due to issues with the clutch pressure plate or friction disc, such as warping or deformation of the pressure plate's metal surface, or uneven wear on the friction disc. It could also be caused by a rusty or stuck clutch cable, making it particularly hard to press. When I took it to the repair shop before, the mechanic advised against driving it forcefully—if the pressure plate cracks, the entire clutch assembly may fail and require replacement. Additionally, aging engine mounts can transmit vibrations to the clutch pedal. For repairs, don’t skimp on cost—a high-quality pressure plate can last several more years.
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