Kupplungsabwürfeinstellungen

Kupplungsabwurf, meaning clutch release in German, refers to the action of disengaging the clutch in a manual transmission vehicle. This is a fundamental operation performed by the driver to change gears or to bring the vehicle to a stop. When the clutch pedal is pressed, a mechanism separates the engine's flywheel from the transmission's input shaft, interrupting the flow of power. This allows the driver to select a different gear ratio without damaging the transmission or stalling the engine.

Releasing the clutch pedal, conversely, re-engages the clutch, allowing power to flow from the engine to the wheels again. The process of smoothly engaging the clutch, often called "slipping the clutch," is crucial for starting the vehicle from a standstill or for low-speed maneuvering. Abruptly releasing the clutch, especially when the engine is at a higher RPM, can lead to a jolt, stalling the engine, or excessive wear on the clutch components. Understanding and executing proper clutch operation, including the nuanced process of Kupplungsabwurf, is essential for drivers of manual transmission vehicles.