They’re basically retaining rings. Think of them as simple, strong metal bands that hold things in place. They fit into a groove on a shaft or in a housing and keep components from sliding off. They come in two main types – internal and external. Internal circlips fit inside a hole, holding something within it, and external circlips fit over the end of a shaft, stopping something from sliding on. You’ll find these all over, but especially in the drivetrain, which is where this part falls. Specifically, in the gearbox, they’re used to hold gears, shafts, and other components securely on their axles. They’re also used on things like piston pins in the engine, but we’re talking about the gearbox here. They ensure everything stays aligned and working as it should. If a circlip fails, whatever it was holding is going to move. In a gearbox, that can quickly lead to some pretty serious damage – gears coming loose, shafts shifting out of alignment, grinding noises, and ultimately, complete gearbox failure. It acts like a shield, preventing things from wandering where they shouldn't. You’ll notice if one fails, usually with a loud clunk or change in how the car drives, but it’s always best to address these proactively during a repair. Sometimes, when rebuilding a gearbox, it’s just good practice to replace all the circlips, even the ones that look fine. You can find a pretty good selection of them at places like Fixparts Online, and they’re usually pretty inexpensive considering the trouble they save you. Get more value: Circlip (MPN 079311327B) is protected by a 12-month warranty!

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