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There are few driving issues that confuse learner and novice drivers more than dealing with the clutch and for a very good reason too. The problem is that the actual purpose of the clutch is overcomplicated by most educators and instructors; they turn a simple mechanical action into something mystical and almost magical. What this article will attempt to do is to show the clutch up for what it actually is, that is nothing more than a tool designed for a specific purpose, and a very basic one at that.

There are four different driving tasks which include using the clutch, being: Moving off, Stopping, Changing Gear and Control at Slow Speed. Quite a diverse list at first glance, yet the clutch is used for exactly the same purpose throughout all those tasks.

There is one reason and only one reason to use the clutch and that is to control the transfer of power between the engine and the road wheels. That's it, in each and every instance of correct clutch use it is applied simply to control how much power is being passed from the engine to the gearbox, and then on to the road wheels.

The clutch can be thought of like a tap (or faucet) in as much as the more the tap is turned the more water comes out. As we all know different jobs require different control with the tap, so if you are measuring a small amount of water into a jug for a recipe you would turn the tap very carefully letting just a small trickle of water out, on the other hand if you was filling a bucket to mop the floor it's likely that you would spin the tap full on and let it do it's stuff.

The analogy works really well, consider moving off from a standstill in a situation where you have very little space in front of you, the margin of error is very small so it makes complete sense to allow only a small amount of power to be transferred to the wheels. Tight control with the clutch is what is necessary here, too much power will turn the wheels too much too soon and we may have ourselves a little fender bender.

Alternatively consider changing up a gear, the road ahead is obviously clear because you have already built up speed to necessitate the gear change, you must depress the clutch to remove the power of the engine and aid the change but once you have selected the correct gear, just get the clutch back up again, no need to be too concerned about being careful with it.

So the clutch is a tap, sometimes it must be used carefully and other times it can be used with much less concern. I guess the point is that we must think about these things and act appropriately.

It's a very simple mechanism and a very simple process that I've outlined here, so don't believe all those overcomplicated books and instructors, with a little more research you'll find that this simple process and understanding is applicable to every job where the clutch is required.

After ten years as a high achieving DSA approved driving instructor, it is now possible to access my unique view on driving via my blog at http://makingdrivingeasy.blogspot.com/

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What Kind Of Engines Come With The 2010 Nissan Frontier

The 2010 Nissan Frontier offers two engine options to tackle the demands for nearly any task or trip. A 2.7L I4 delivers plenty of power for in-town driving and other light duties, while the 4.0L V6 provides ample muscle for towing and venturing off road. And, only 87 octane gas is sufficient for either engine.

The XE trim and some SE models come standard with a 2.5L I4. With each cylinder featuring a 89.0 mm bore, a 100.0 mm stroke, and a 9.5:1 compression ratio, nobody should underestimate this engine. Double overhead cams, variable valve timing, and multi-port fuel injection keep the fuel economy up to 21 mpg while exerting enough muscle for light duties. Up to 152 horsepower can be called upon at 5200 rpm, while a peak torque of 171 lb-ft is delivered at 4400 rpm.

For those applications requiring a little more oomph, the 4.0L V6 fills the bill. Each cylinder features a 95.0 mm bore, a 92.0 mm stroke, and 9.7:1 compression ratio. Just like the smaller I4 counterpart, it too comes with double overhead cams. The variable valve timing and multi-port injection system provide for a peppy engine that is still respectable in fuel economy, even with 4WD. A Frontier with the 4.0L V6 can be expected to average around 16 or 17 mpg. And, it still outputs 261 horsepower at 5600 rpm, and delivering 281 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, which makes this engine the most powerful V6 for any engine in the compact pickup truck market.

Nissan has employed nearly every trick it can beyond sophisticated engine control modules to increase horsepower and torque while maintaining a reasonable fuel economy. Both engine options feature direct coil ignition. And, they meet the stringent EPA Tier 2 Emissions requirements while meeting the driver's demands.

About the Author

Ronnie Tanner is a contributing writer at SWEngines.com. He writes about Nissan Frontier Engine and other industry specific topics.

If my check engine light activates does it automatically shut down my cruise control?

I have a 1995 Buick Lesabre. What relay's would trigger the check engine light? IF I tried to jump the AC cluth would that make my check engine light come on? I didn't leave it jumped for too long just enough to see if the clutch would click in and it did, So what could be the Problem with the AC. I did fill it with R134a? My last question is does anyone know how to take of the turn signal/cruise control stalk?

The check engine light is triggered by the engine management computer system. It will need to be diagnosed by a qualified mechanic.

Jumpering the AC clutch shouldn't turn the light on, however if you shorted something even momentarily when doing this, you may have damaged the computer and that WILL turn the light on.

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