Where is the Daikin Clutch Produced?
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Daikin Clutch is produced by Chongqing Mitsubishi Daikin Clutch Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Definition of Clutch: The clutch is installed between the engine and the transmission, serving as the assembly component in the automotive drivetrain that directly connects to the engine. Typically, the clutch is mounted together with the engine crankshaft's flywheel assembly, acting as the component that disengages and transmits power between the engine and the vehicle's drivetrain. Function of the Clutch: Its role is to allow gradual engagement between the engine and the transmission, ensuring smooth vehicle starts; temporarily disconnecting the link between the engine and the transmission to facilitate gear shifting and reduce impact during shifts; and providing separation during emergency braking to prevent overload in the transmission and other drivetrain systems, thereby offering a certain level of protection.
Last time when I was helping my cousin fix his car, we talked about clutches. He's been driving trucks for twenty years and said the Daikin brand is really good. The authentic Daikin clutches are produced by an old factory in Osaka, Japan, but now there are also factories in China. There's a Daikin production base in Xiaoshan Industrial Zone, Hangzhou. On the packaging we get at our auto repair shop, you can see the 'Made in China' label. Actually, besides passenger cars, many construction vehicles also use Daikin clutches, especially loaders and excavators. As for the difference, the Japanese-made ones cost about 20-30% more, but for regular family cars, the domestic ones are more than sufficient. I've replaced dozens of sets and hardly ever had any issues; they can last up to 70,000 to 80,000 kilometers.
