What is Clutch?

• Clutch is a device used in transmission system of a vehicle to engage and

disengage the engine to the transmission. Thus the clutch is located in between

engine and transmission (gear box).

State functions of clutches.

• To permit engagement or disengagement of a gear when the vehicle is stationary

and the engine is running.

• To transmit the engine power to the road wheels smoothly without shock to the

transmission system while setting the vehicle in motion.

• To permit the engaging of the gears when the vehicle is in motion without

damaging the gear wheels.

• To allow the engine to take up load gradually without shock or jerk.