{"id":171587,"date":"2025-05-27T20:03:56","date_gmt":"2025-05-28T03:03:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=171587"},"modified":"2026-04-17T01:16:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T08:16:27","slug":"where-is-the-clutch-located-in-a-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/where-is-the-clutch-located-in-a-car\/","title":{"rendered":"Where Is the Clutch Located In a Car?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 2<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column171587_77a81f-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column171587_77a81f-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column171587_77a81f-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column171587_77a81f-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column171587_77a81f-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column171587_77a81f-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column171587_77a81f-52{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column171587_77a81f-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column171587_77a81f-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column171587_77a81f-52 inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-8c0674  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-e5aabd\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading171587_26c6c1-c5, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading171587_26c6c1-c5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading171587_26c6c1-c5\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading171587_26c6c1-c5 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading171587_26c6c1-c5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading171587_26c6c1-c5\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading171587_26c6c1-c5 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading171587_26c6c1-c5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading171587_26c6c1-c5\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading171587_26c6c1-c5 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading171587_26c6c1-c5\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a manual transmission, the clutch sits between the crankshaft and transmission housing, and in an automatic transmission, the clutch pack sits inside the transaxle assembly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The clutch is a metal disc with friction material that freewheels until pressure is applied, at which point it spins with another component.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is made up of a friction disc with a splined hub on the transmission input shaft, set between a spring-loaded pressure plate and the engine&rsquo;s flywheel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a manual transmission, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/clutch-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"clutch\">clutch<\/a> can be found between the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/crankshaft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"crankshaft\">crankshaft<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/automatic-transmission-direct-clutch-housing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"transmission housing\">transmission housing<\/a>. In an automatic transmission, the clutch pack can be found inside the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-is-a-transaxle-on-a-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"transaxle\">transaxle<\/a> assembly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The clutch looks like a metal disc that&rsquo;s covered with a friction material. The clutch essentially freewheels when no pressure is applied against it. When pressure is applied, it comes into contact with a different component and they rotate at the same speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"508\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/removing-transmission-1024x508.jpg\" alt=\"removing transmission\" class=\"wp-image-180658\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Removing the transmission, we can see the clutch. | Image Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/unbolting-clutch-1024x515.jpg\" alt=\"unbolting clutch\" class=\"wp-image-180659\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Unbolting the clutch, we remove and inspect it. The lining on this clutch disk is badly worn. | Image Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does a Clutch Look Like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The clutch is essentially a spinning disc or plate that only stops when the clutch pedal is depressed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It consists of a friction disk with a splined hub riding on the transmission input shaft that is positioned between a spring-loaded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/transfer-case-clutch-pressure-plate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"pressure plate\">pressure plate<\/a> and the engine&rsquo;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/where-is-the-flywheel-located-on-the-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"flywheel\">flywheel<\/a> so that it can be released by pressing the clutch pedal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stepping on the clutch pedal will also disengage the transmission from the engine, allowing the driver to shift gears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"rsi-card\">\n  <div class=\"rsi-thumb\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/d_noimage.jpg\/b_white\/e_sharpen,e_auto_brightness,e_auto_contrast\/f_auto\/q_auto:eco,dpr_auto\/w_873,h_873,c_pad\/images\/prmapclk104_10\">\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"rsi-info\">\n    <span class=\"rsi-title\">Before You Order a Clutch, Build the One-Job Order Sheet<\/span>\n    <span class=\"rsi-desc\">Build a complete clutch replacement order the first time with this guide to kit contents, fitment splits, and adjacent wear parts.<\/span>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/before-you-order-a-clutch-build-the-one-job-order-sheet-quickref\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Discover Your Options\">Discover Your Options<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips On How to Access the Clutch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before anything else, know that unless you&rsquo;re particularly wrench smart or have help from somebody with experience, you shouldn&rsquo;t try to replace the clutch. It&rsquo;s not a simple job on most vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On front-wheel-drive vehicles, you may need to support the engine and remove the H-frame before removing the transmission. If the vehicle is rear-wheel-drive and is four-wheel-drive, you may need to remove the torsion bars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The point is that you shouldn&rsquo;t start if you aren&rsquo;t sure you can finish the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The clutch release is often hydraulic and will require special bleeding procedures. You need an alignment tool to position the clutch disc and a transmission jack to support the transmission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&rsquo;re going to do it, make sure that your vehicle is stable enough to work with. Use jack stands or a hydraulic lift to access the underside. Also, disconnect all electrical connections, and remove the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/where-is-the-starter-located\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"starter motor\">starter motor<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For any major repair or parts replacement job, disconnecting the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/battery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"battery\">battery<\/a> is always a must. Accessing the clutch also involves unbolting the engine mount to access the transaxle and eventually removing the transmission. To access the clutch, you&rsquo;ll also need to remove the pressure plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 2<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>In a manual transmission, the clutch can be found between the crankshaft and transmission housing. 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