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Have you ever smelled a burning odor while driving downhill? Those of you who are skilled in tackling downhill slopes should be familiar with engine braking techniques. That burning odor is actually the clutch disc overheating. Overheating can eventually cause loss of friction. And when that happens, the disc slips and you enter a very crucial phase in your ownership: clutch replacement. Don't worry too much because clutch repair can be done right in your garage. If you have the right tools and skills, that is. You may be thinking that the problem can't be that bad. Well, here's news for you. The clutch disc works on the basic principle of friction. The problem with a totally worn-out disc is that it's prone to overheatinga and slippage. But the thing is, either can lead to the other, resulting in a vicious cycle. Here's a quick test: park against a curb, shift into fifth, and then gun it! If the engine races, well done; you need replacement clutch components for your car. A clutch that's working just fine would immediately cause the engine to stall. So here's the deal. The moment your car's clutch disc slips, don't hesitate to get a replacement right here at Car Stuff. Because chances are, it won't be just the disc that you'll need. Get all the clutch components you need right here.
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