Wabco 9700515050 Slave Cylinder

Description

This Wabco Slave Cylinder is a crucial component of a vehicle's clutch system, responsible for transmitting hydraulic pressure to disengage the clutch. It is commonly used in commercial vehicles and heavy-duty applications. This cylinder operates by converting hydraulic pressure into mechanical force, enabling smooth and efficient gear changes. Its OE specification ensures reliable performance and compatibility. The cylinder measures 119 x 240 x 128 mm and features a calculated volume of 0.000001, a 25.0 mm stroke, and mounting holes of 4x Ø 9.0 mm. It’s equipped with M14 x 1.5 and M7 x 1 port threads, a ball R8 push-rod thread, and operates within a temperature range of -30°C to +100°C. With a maximum operating pressure of 50.0 bar and a distance between holes of 130 mm, this slave cylinder provides robust and dependable operation.

Key Features & Benefits

It basically takes the pressure from your master cylinder – when you push down on the clutch pedal – and turns that hydraulic pressure into mechanical movement. That movement pushes on the throw – out fork, which disengages the clutch from the engine. It’s all about transferring that force so you can smoothly shift gears. Think of it like a helper – the master cylinder tells it what to do, and it does the work of actually pushing things. It’s a key part of your clutch system. It sits right near the transmission. When you press the clutch, the master cylinder sends fluid to the slave cylinder. This pushes a piston inside the slave cylinder, which then operates the clutch fork. It’s the link between your foot and getting the engine disconnected from the wheels so you can change gears.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Honestly, if it goes bad, you’ll notice. You might have trouble getting into gear, especially first or reverse. Or you might find it hard to get the clutch pedal to come back up after you depress it. Sometimes it’ll leak fluid, which is a big indicator. If it fails completely, you could even lose the ability to shift altogether. It’s not something you want to ignore. They do wear out over time, especially with a lot of clutch use. A lot of guys find parts like this on Fixparts Online, good place to check for replacements. Replacing it usually isn’t a crazy complicated job, but it's one of those things that, if you let it go too long, it can leave you stranded.

Warranty Information

Wabco Slave Cylinder (MPN 9700515050) comes with a 1-year warranty.