Damaged clutch 1 lock caused by attempting to lock spring fingers before moving the selfadjusters. When the clutch is engaged, the full engine torque is transmitted to the gearbox input shaft. Fitting instructions for dmf 415 0231 10 and clutch repset 623 3092 00 and 623 3092 10 luk 0012. Eliminating these adjustments with a selfadjusting clutch saves 36 hours of downtime, plus the cost. Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions contain clutch. For heavy commercial vehicles, schaeffler offers intelligent repair solutions, helpful special tools as. The pressure plate in this clutch design employs a mechanism that allows the friction surface of the assembly to adjust to the clutch discs thickness and position. Eaton heavyduty clutches clsm0200 weller truck parts. Oct 16, 2017 now, most clutch systems are hydraulic and self adjust via residual oil pressure. However, the advantages self adjustment, no strain on the drive or transmission shaft were outweighed by the disadvantages. The importance of free pedal travel sometimes referred to as pedal lash should be brought to the drivers attention as well as the mechanic. A pneumatically operated primary actuation piston 1 carries a pushpull rod 7 for operation of a master clutch linkage 22. Then operate the clutch several times to make sure that the cable housing is firmly seated in.
Dps6 dual clutch service ford motor company 1022015 version 3. The selfadjusting clutch sac has proven itself in almost 1 million vehicles. Aug 10, 2012 hydraulic selfadjusting clutches adjust the amount of free play, all the time, by themselves. This short animation explains how the self adjusting clutch or sac works in a clutch system. With a commitment to research and development, luk is a leader in the production of system solutions for a demanding market.
The slave cylinder is external to the gearbox not the type where the slave cylinder is part of the clutch release bearing. The pushpull rod 7 is mounted to the primary piston 1 by a hydraulic adjustment assembly 2, 10, 12, 11 for axial movement therewith. Eliminating these adjustments with a self adjusting clutch saves 36 hours of downtime, plus the cost. Selfadjusting clutches minimize downtime and cut maintenance. Adjust the cable or mechanical linkage free play to the manufacturers specifications. If you need to remove a clutch for reasons other then clutch replacement rear crank seal, engine replacement and more you will have. In systems with self adjusting cables, always check for correct operation of the self adjusting mechanism. A selfadjusting clutch sac provides automatic wear compensation and ensures that the force needed to press the clutch pedal remains low over the entire service life of the clutch. Choose top quality brands api, exedy, luk, replacement, rhino pac, sachs, valeo. Its called a self adjusting clutch because the clutch pressure plate adjusts as the clutch wears.
Industrial the industrial division offers a wide portfolio of bearing solutions, ranging from highspeed and highprecision bearings with small diameters to largesize bearings several meters wide. Note the position of the wear indicating tab on the clutch. For the development of new double clutch transmissions, we are a strong partner in the commercial vehicle industry. Wolfgang reik introduction the high performance engines preferred today need clutches capable of higher transmission torques, which in turn requires increased pedal effort. Incorrect installation page 2 of this service information sheet outlines how to install the luk sac clutch correctly. This item clutch with slave kit self adjust works with ford f150 f150 heritage stx xlt xtr doble cab flotillera 19972008 4. Zf services self adjusting clutch fitting procedure youtube. Bolts for dual mass flywheels dmf and compact dmf dfc luk 0015. Assembly instructions for the luk repset pro with luk sac. Engineered to work as a team for over thirty years, smart automotive sales professionals and technicians have staked their reputation and their customers satisfaction on genuine luk repset clutch and clutch system components. When the clutch disc wears down, more pedal force is required to release the clutch. The luk self adjusting clutch sac contains an innovative adjusting mechanism that guarantees a consistent high driving comfort. Locate four 4 38 x 16 x 1 14 unc, hex head machine screws.
As on the ecm in the aclass, system operation is achieved without a clutch travel sensor on the release system and without a speed sensor on the gearbox input shaft. On a self adjusting clutch sac the adjustment actually goes on in the clutch, its not the release bearing compensating for a gap. The diaphragm spring actually adjusts to a lower position in order to compensate for wear of the disc and maintain pedal feelloads. Features 48 pieces for ensuring the correct tool is available for assembling and fitting self adjusting clutches designed for use with 3 and 4 fixing points and maintains the adaptor ring in the correct position supplied in a blow mould case included main clamp spigot adaptors. Remain maintenance free over the entire service life be durable and easy to replace. This item should be included and commented on daily in the drivers report, since clutch free pedal is the maintenance personnels guide to the condition of the clutch and the release mechanism. Luk self adjusting clutch assembly skoda octavia mk ii. More importantly, it keeps the holding force consistant, but thats not what the driver really relates to most of the time. Luk clutch course and failure diagnosis introduction to clutch technology guidelines for. It is mounted on the hollow shaft by means of a support bearing. Selfadjusting clutch dana corp,us free patents online. A self adjusting pneumatically operated vehicular master clutch actuator is provided. Damaged clutch 1 lock caused by attempting to lock spring fingers before moving the self adjusters. Eaton self adjusting clutch problems jim the trucker.
Aug 03, 2016 the luk self adjusting clutch sac contains an innovative adjusting mechanism that guarantees a consistent high driving comfort. As clutches are subject to constant wear and tear during operation. Unless otherwise stated all clutch products are suitable for standard manual transmission without stopstart function. A selfadjusting pneumatically operated vehicular master clutch actuator is provided. I know, i should have pulled the inspection plate myself when i bought it to see what it was, but i actually trusted the salesman, big mistake. Renault rapid kasten, super 5 kasten 180 mm 9734 005 524 luk 618 0217 06. I learned and then proved that the best parts to use were luk, which are oem, id recommend you consider the same. Necessary for pretensioning self adjusting clutches before removal installation prevents plate distortion which may prevent the clutch from disengaging or cause dragging features a refitting tool, allowing the clutch adjuster to be wound back, and six alignment adaptors carrying case for storage. Hydraulic self adjusting clutches adjust the amount of free play, all the time, by themselves. Luk special tool for selfadjusting clutches sac part no.
Adjust the cable or mechanical linkage free play to the manufacturers. A clutch is the interface between the engine and the gearbox, enabling the interruption of torque transfer for gear change. In contrast to the conventional clutch, the disc spring moves between variable pivot points in the self adjusting clutch. There are two types of self adjustment force controlled and travel controlled. This not only saves on the cost of the sensors themselves, but also on associated gearbox. A clutch cover assembly for a pulltype clutch, in which a threaded part an axis of which is identical with an axis of clutch is formed on a pressure plate, a lever height adjusting ring contacting with an intermediate fulcrum point of a release lever is screwed onto the threaded part of the pressure plate, the lever height adjusting ring is relatively rotated and moved in its axial direction. Special tools schaeffler corporate website pages 1 21. Under the brands luk, ina, fag, and ruville we offer clutch and release systems, engine and transmission applications, as well as chassis applications. Luk, as the first clutch manufacturer worldwide, has. I originally bought an aftermarket oem replacement clutch kit at a local auto parts store. Or its self adjusting diaphragm clutch, released in 1995 that extended the service life of clutch assemblies by more than 1. In systems with selfadjusting cables, always check for correct operation of the selfadjusting mechanism. Necessary for pretensioning self adjusting clutches before removal installation prevents plate distortion which may prevent the clutch from disengaging or cause dragging features a refitting tool, allowing the clutch adjuster to be wound back.
If the adjustment ring is not turned back, the application force of the clutch is reduced, this results in an increased wear of the clutch. Luk clutch systems, luk clutch discs, luk dual mass flywheel. The last vehicle with an adjustable clutch was in gm trucks back in 1972. There are two types of selfadjustment force controlled and travel controlled. The self adjusting clutch sac has proven itself in almost 1 million vehicles. Selfadjusting clutches take the guesswork out of maintenance and protect the trucks other components from getting damaged or destroyed if a clutch goes out, said karrer.
Since the early 2000s bmw has been using a clutch design known as the self adjusting clutch. Now, most clutch systems are hydraulic and self adjust via residual oil pressure. System overview of the new luk ecm the luk self adjusting clutch sac the breakthrough to a compact and costeffective actuator was the self adjusting clutch sac, developed by luk. A self adjusting clutch sac is used, ensuring low reeasl e forces. Buy a 1998 ford f150 clutch kit at discount prices. Bahnhof clutch self adjusting kit and slave for ford ranger 9511 2. If the tab is near the replace position, the clutch should be replaced. Self adjusting diaphragm spring clutch sac force controlled. Self adjusting or nonself adjusting clutch hydraulic clutch is self adjusting by design. Selfadjusting clutch sac technology and special tooluser. It is designed and manufactured to strict original equipment oe specifications, delivers more protection and less maintenance, and offers maximum uptime and performance.
A selfadjusting clutch provides automatic wear compensation and ensures that the force needed to press the clutch pedal remains low over the entire service. Self adjusting clutch sac the sac is a self adjusting diaphragm spring clutch, which, regardless of the lining wear, features a constant actuation force at constant actuation travel. Clutches with self adjusting wear compensation, torsion dampers optimally matched to the drive train and friction linings with low wear and high picking resistance combine comfort and robustness for applications in all torque classes. If the parts are installed correctly, all of the diaphragm spring tips lie level with one another. Aug 14, 1973 an automatic adjusting device for a spring loaded friction type clutch is incorporated, as a subassembly, in the lever system of the clutch between an actuating collar and an axially movable adjuster ring so as to be operable to advance the adjusting ring by very small increments as the friction surfaces of the clutch wear. Luk clutch course introduction to clutch technology for cars and lcvs. In this video we explain how to reset a self adjusting clutch. On heavy duty systems, they are still cable operated, but also self adjusting via a ratchet gear that moves forward on the teeth as the clutch wears. The eaton self adjusting clutch is just a poor performer all around. In addition, the goal of having a clutch which lasts the entire service life of the vehicle was also achieved with the sac. In both cases, when the clutch begins to slip, the clutch is worn out. When i went to get a clutch adjustment i found out what type of clutch it was and i was not pleased. Solo clutch clutch removal procedure if clutch is to be reinstalled and transmission is still in vehicle caution. Repset clutch kit part number 11040 11040, 624 3611 33 by luk.
Advantage is a self adjusting clutch, which keeps the clutch in constant adjustment by maintaining bearing. Replace the clutch cable with every clutch installation. No, its not a cable clutch, its a hydraulic clutch. Shop for oem self adjusting clutch tool kit with confidence at autozone. Self adjust clutches, failure to do so may result in an overadjusted clutch and. While there are ways to limit the increase in pedal effort for instance, by. However, the box for the new luk clutch states clearly that an v. Only when installing a new clutch disc with a used self adjusting pressure plate, the adjustment ring of the pressure plate must be turned back to the stop. In the passenger car segment, the range covers aspects relating to clutch and release systems, engines and transmission and chassis applications. Its a self adjusting clutch with an internal ratcheting system and it seems the tool is required to prevent the ratchet system moving. Self adjusting clutch replacement 20v alfa romeo forum. In short,i highly recommend the luk clutch kit comes w bearings and alignment tool. Self adjusting or nonself adjusting clutch ford ranger forum.
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