Clutch module, manual transmission
On vehicles with manual gearboxes, the clutch module at the clutch pedal picks up the following clutch positions:
- Clutch pedal depressed: clutch switch is open
- Clutch pedal not depressed: clutch switch is closed.
The clutch module comprises the clutch switch and evaluation electronics.
| Item | Explanation |
|---|---|
| A | Clutch pedal 10 percent operated |
| B | Clutch pedal 90 percent operated |
| 1 | Clutch module |
| 2 | 4 pin plug connection |
| 3 | Clutch pedal sensor |
A signal line is routed into the Digital Engine Electronics (DME). The clutch module supplies 12 volts voltage to the Digital Engine Electronics (DME) when the clutch pedal is not operated, and 0 volts voltage when the clutch pedal is operated.
The clutch module's signal is employed as an input signal for the automatic engine start-stop function. 2 conditions are recognized:
- 10 percent actuation
- 90 percent operated.