Mercedes-Benz Passenger A0315457426 Clutch Housing

Description

The Clutch Housing is a critical component that houses and protects the clutch mechanism, ensuring smooth engagement and disengagement of the drivetrain. It is used in automotive clutch assemblies, specifically in Mercedes-Benz Passenger vehicles. This housing offers precise fit, durable construction, and efficient heat dissipation. Brand: Mercedes-Benz Passenger, MPN: A0315457426. Dimensions: 20 x 20 x 30 mm. Origin: China.

Key Features & Benefits

It’s basically the shell that protects everything inside your clutch assembly – the pressure plate, the disc, throw – out bearing, all of it. It keeps those parts aligned correctly and sealed up, and provides a mounting point for the whole clutch system to connect to the engine and transmission. It also has provisions for the clutch cable or hydraulic system to operate. It's a key part of how power gets from the engine to the wheels. When you push down on the clutch pedal, it disengages the engine from the transmission, allowing you to shift gears. The housing is right there in the middle of that process, holding everything together and making sure it operates smoothly. It essentially bridges the gap between the engine’s rotational force and the transmission’s gear selection.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, it acts like a shield for all those delicate internal parts. If the housing cracks or warps, it throws everything off. You’ll notice if it’s going bad because you might start hearing noises – kind of a rattling or grinding sound – especially when you’re pressing the clutch pedal. Or, you might have trouble getting into gear, or the clutch pedal might feel spongy. If it fails completely, you're looking at a complete loss of clutch function, which means you won't be able to change gears and the vehicle won’t move. A failing housing can also leak grease and contaminate the clutch disc, leading to slippage. You can find a replacement pretty easily – we often have them in stock at Fixparts Online, but a lot of auto parts stores carry them. Replacing it isn't overly complicated, but you’ll definitely want to be comfortable with drivetrain work.

Warranty Information

Mercedes-Benz Passenger Clutch Housing (MPN A0315457426) comes with a 1-year warranty.