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What causes a loss of engine power? If your vehicle is struggling to get up to speed, you are likely experiencing a decrease in vehicle power. Your car may struggle on hills, move very slowly when accelerating from a complete stop or take a long time to reach speeds...
About high idle levels: High idle levels (or rough idling) occurs when the engine is revving too fast when it is in park/neutral. The car may be louder than normal, or you may feel shaking (in more severe cases). When you put your car into park or neutral , the...
What does the clutch plate/disc do? The clutch plate (or clutch disc) is part of the clutch system in manual vehicles. It is located between the flywheel and pressure plate. The clutch plate is a metal disc, with a lining that creates friction, similar to a brake pad....
What is the clutch thrust bearing? The clutch thrust bearing (also known as the release bearing or the throw-out bearing) is a small but important part of your car’s clutch system. It is mounted on the housing of your clutch and slides on a hollow shaft....
What is the engine flywheel? The flywheel is a round, rotating component that gives rotational balance to the engine, smoothing out the engine power strokes. The engine flywheel also allows the transfer of energy between the engine crankshaft and the transmission...
About the clutch In manual vehicles, clutches play a crucial role in transmitting power from the engine to the wheels. The clutch consists of three main components: the clutch disc, pressure plate, and flywheel. When the clutch pedal is pressed, it disengages the...
