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Many late-model
vehicles actuate the clutch system using
a hydraulic clutch master cylinder and
slave cylinder, rather than a mechanical
linkage. When the clutch pedal is
depressed, the pushrod on the master
cylinder displaces fluid from the
cylinder, through a tube, to the slave
cylinder. In most instances, the piston
attached to the slave cylinder
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moves a release
fork, attached to a release bearing, in
order to disengage the clutch. On other
systems, the slave cylinder piston
pushes forward against a release bearing
to disengage the clutch. |
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Hydraulic systems are designed to reduce
pedal effort, and to simplify
installation by more directly connecting
the pedal to the clutch. They also
eliminate the need for failure-prone
items like return springs and cable
mechanisms. Because hydraulic systems
have a built-in pedal travel already
factored in, periodic adjustment is
usually not required. |
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Problems generally arise when either the
master cylinder or slave cylinder leaks
hydraulic fluid, draws air, or fails to
maintain adequate pressure required to
disengage the clutch. If one of the
components is damaged or leaks, it
should be replaced before new clutch
components are installed. On high
mileage vehicles, it is also advisable
to replace both components, even if only
one of the components appears damaged.
That’s because both components are
designed with the same expected service
life. |
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The AMS clutch hydraulics program
provides industry-leading coverage on
nearly 100% of all applications. Each
sku is cataloged along side the other
components required for a complete
clutch system replacement. Application
specific tech bulletins and proper
bleeding procedures are included with
many sku’s.
In addition, we use an “exact fit”
approach, rather than relying on “will
fit” aftermarket consolidations. This
provides assurance of proper fit with
the other components, and eliminates the
need to search multiple catalogs for the
necessary components. |
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