What Is A Clutch, How Does It Work, & What Happens When It Fails?

►As the key coupling in any manual-transmission car, the clutch is a pivotal component enabling smooth and easy gear changes. And because it’s subjected to the whims of your left foot, this simple friction disc is no stranger to abuse. Of all the various ways you can shorten the lifespan of a clutch, smoking it may be one of the most common.

Watch episode 3 of Automotive Slangs Explained to dive deeper into the topic of a smoked clutch and to see what this looks like as it happens inside your transmission.

00:00 - Intro
01:10 - What is a Clutch and Why Does My Car Need One?
02:25 - What Does a Clutch Do?
04:20 - What is a Smoked Clutch?
05:00 - How Do You Smoke a Clutch?
06:15 - What Happens When You Smoke a Clutch?
07:45 - Recap

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