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DRIVETRAIN-TA65 Star 24 C. FACTORS AFFECTING CLUTCH WEAR The clutch is designed to give maximum life under most severe conditions when handled carefully. However, while in operation, clutch lining is subjected to wear. Apart from this the extent of wear also depends on following. DRIVING Following driving conditions will affect the performance of the clutch. i. Clutch riding Using clutch pedal as foot rest by keeping foot constantly on pedal while driving will cause partial clutch disengagement. It will result in slipping of the clutch disc and premature failure of the clutch. ii. Permitting the clutch to slip too long Half clutch driving and thereby permitting the clutch purposely to slip too long will have the same result as above. iii. Permitting the clutch to jerk Sudden clutch engagement at higher engine speed specially while moving out the stuck car will cause severe instantaneous clutch loading, resulting in clutch slippage and burning of the lining locally. Starting the car in first gear under such conditions will avoid such problem. Always start the car in first gear. iv. Restarting on gradient: While restarting the car on gradient, make use of parking brake. Half clutch driving while restarting on the gradient will cause premature damage to clutch.