Basically, this little part lets pressure escape from inside the release bearing. Think of the bearing as a sealed unit; when it’s working, things heat up and create pressure. The breather gives that pressure somewhere to go, preventing buildup. It’s a simple component, but really important for smooth operation. It’s part of the clutch system, specifically working with the throwout bearing – that’s the part that pushes on the pressure plate to disengage the engine from the transmission when you press the clutch pedal. The breather is built into or attached to the release bearing itself. It keeps things functioning as they should during every gear change. If this breather gets clogged or fails, that pressure builds up inside the release bearing. That can cause a bunch of problems. You might notice increased noise, difficulty getting into gear, or even premature wear on the bearing itself, which is a pretty expensive repair. It acts like a shield against internal pressure. You’ll notice if it’s going bad because the bearing will start to feel rough or make a grinding sound. You can often find these fairly easily – places like Fixparts Online usually stock them. Replacing it is a lot cheaper than replacing the whole release bearing assembly. Shop smarter: Breather (MPN 0C6141465B) is covered for 12 months!

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