Wabco 9700513102 3/2 Way Valve Kit

Description

This kit contains a 3/2 Way Valve, essential for controlling the flow of air or fluid within a drivetrain system. It's commonly used in clutch applications to manage pneumatic or hydraulic operations. This Wabco valve kit, with MPN 9700513102, is designed to OE specification for reliable performance and durability. Its dimensions are 50 x 60 x 120 mm. This repair kit ensures efficient and consistent operation, improving the overall responsiveness and longevity of the clutch system.

Key Features & Benefits

This kit essentially controls the flow of hydraulic fluid to your clutch slave cylinder. The “3/2 way” part just means it has three ports and two positions – it either lets fluid flow in one direction to disengage the clutch, or blocks it to allow the clutch to engage. It’s a pretty simple setup, but crucial. It's typically a solenoid valve, meaning it’s electrically operated. It’s part of your clutch system, specifically how you disengage the engine from the wheels when you press the clutch pedal. When you push the pedal, it sends a signal to this valve, which then sends fluid to push the clutch fork, separating the engine and transmission. Without it working correctly, you won't be able to smoothly shift gears. It's usually found on vehicles with a hydraulic clutch system, instead of a cable operated one.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Honestly, if this valve goes bad, you’ll notice it pretty quickly. You might have trouble getting into gear, or the clutch could drag – meaning it doesn’t fully disengage, even when you have the pedal all the way down. Sometimes, it can even prevent you from getting out of gear. It acts like a shield protecting the rest of the hydraulic system; if it fails, pressure can build up and damage other components like the master cylinder or the slave cylinder. It’s a relatively inexpensive part to replace compared to the damage a failure could cause. You can often find these kits at places like Fixparts Online, and they typically include everything you need for a complete repair – seals, springs, the valve itself. It's one of those things you don't think about until it’s failing, but keeping it in good shape can save you a lot of headaches.

Warranty Information

Wabco 3/2 Way Valve Kit (MPN 9700513102) comes with a 1-year warranty.