Clutch cover assembly having a diaphragm spring and a secondary

Details Clutch cover assembly having a diaphragm spring and a secondary Clutch cover assembly having a diaphragm spring and a secondary

1998-07-30

1999-10-19

Lorence, Richard M.

192 clutches and power-stop control

Clutches

Operators

192 7027, F16O 1350

Patent

active

059672846

ABSTRACT:
A clutch cover assembly for engaging and dis-engaging a clutch disc from a flywheel includes a clutch cover that is attachable to the flywheel. A radially inward portion of the clutch cover is formed with a plurality of bent tabs. A pressure plate is disposed within the clutch cover. A diaphragm spring is supported by the bent tabs. A conical spring is disposed between the diaphragm spring and the clutch cover. The conical spring is formed with a plurality of engagement portions on a radially inward portion thereof. A support plate has a generally annular shape and a portion of the support plate is clamped between the diaphragm spring and the clutch cover. The support plate is formed with a plurality of support portions which engage the conical spring confining axial movement of a portion of the conical spring with respect to the clutch cover. As well, the support plate is formed with a plurality of claw portions which extend into the engagement portions of the conical spring restricting rotation of the conical spring with respect to the support plate.

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