Understanding Dual Mass Flywheels (VIDEO)
Proper procedures are critical to follow when making repairs on vehicles with a DMF. This video is sponsored by LuK.
VIDEO – How Dual-Mass Flywheels Smooth Vibrations
Smaller vehicles can actually create more torsional vibration. This video is sponsored by LuK, a Schaeffler brand.
VIDEO: Improving Flywheel Job Precision With Your Phone
Andrew Markel discusses flywheel jobs, and how to improve the precision and line-up of the components after it is finished. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
Slipping Clutch: Improper Flywheel Step and Cup Dimensions
Slipping is one of the most common clutch related concerns. A slipping condition can occur after years of service or immediately after installation of a new clutch and is caused by various scenarios. One of the most commonly seen and easily prevented causes of slipping is improper step and cup dimensions (Figures 1 and 2)
Tech Tip: Volvo Rattle Noise From Dual Mass Flywheel
If a rattle noise is heard on a vehicle with a manual transmission, attention should be paid to the Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF). In the case of customer complaints, follow the steps listed in this Tech Tip.
Tech Tip: Combat ‘Hot Spots’ with a New Flywheel
Here’s the scenario: Your customer drops off her car for a clutch replacement. As a matter of course, you have the flywheel resurfaced prior to installing the new clutch; all seems well when the customer drives away. Later that month, the customer returns, complaining of clutch chatter. The assumption might be a defective or incorrectly installed clutch, but the culprit may be that resurfaced flywheel.
Tech Tip: Servicing Dual-Mass Flywheels
A dual-mass flywheel is essentially two flywheels in one that provides some spring cushioning to dampen torsional crankshaft vibrations and shock loading when the clutch is engaged. Think of it as a flywheel with some "give."
Servicing Solutions: In the Clutch…Servicing Dual-Mass Flywheels
A dual-mass flywheel is essentially two flywheels in one that provides some spring cushioning to dampen torsional crankshaft vibrations and shock loading when the clutch is engaged. Think of it as a flywheel with some “give.” The two-piece assembly has a front “primary” flywheel and a rear “secondary” flywheel. The primary flywheel bolts to the
Dual Mass Flywheel/Clutch Replacement Options
Dual-mass flywheels are a unique kind of flywheel that have been used on a variety of pickup truck and passenger car applications since the late 1980s. You’ll find them on 1987 Ford F-Series 6.9L diesels, 1987-98 Ford F-Series 7.3L diesels, 1992-1996 Chevy/GMC 6.5L diesel trucks and 1992-02 Chevy/GMC 8.5L diesel trucks. Dual-mass flywheels have also
AI Hallucinations
There are three things to look for when trying to determine if AI has created an image: