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Mods, was not sure where to start this as it covers all models.
And, I didnt want it to get buried or be like hijacking another thread.
I pooled some info gathered from the internet about Clutch Delay Valve or CDV for short. Many other vehicles have talked/posted on other forums the same mod (basically) for the same surrounding issues. A shift delay from 1st - 2nd. Or when accellerating. Its most noticable when parallel parking & can be infuriating. As it gets very "jerky".
CDV - Theory of Operation
And, I didnt want it to get buried or be like hijacking another thread.
I pooled some info gathered from the internet about Clutch Delay Valve or CDV for short. Many other vehicles have talked/posted on other forums the same mod (basically) for the same surrounding issues. A shift delay from 1st - 2nd. Or when accellerating. Its most noticable when parallel parking & can be infuriating. As it gets very "jerky".
CDV - Theory of Operation
The Clutch Delay Valve (CDV) is a one-way restrictor installed by the factory between the clutch slave cylinder and clutch master cylinder. It "delays" the engagement of the clutch, much like old record players used a damped tone-arm to gently lower the needle onto the surface of a record.
Because of this valve, no matter how quickly you lift your foot off the clutch pedal, the clutch engages the flywheel at a constant (slow) rate. In theory, it can save the driveline from shock, were an inexperienced (or immature) driver may dump the clutch at high RPM. But in practice, all it does is prematurely wear out the clutch and turn experienced drivers into people who, despite 20 years of practice, cannot shift gears smoothly. During parallel parking maneuvers, the delay can be infuriating, causing constant clutch slippage. And during hard acceleration, the large amount of clutch slippage can greatly shorten the life of your clutch. During normal, sedate driving, the shift from first into second gear is often jerky, leading passengers to question your skill. As the driver, you can see your passengers' heads bobbing back and forth during every shift!
Because of this valve, no matter how quickly you lift your foot off the clutch pedal, the clutch engages the flywheel at a constant (slow) rate. In theory, it can save the driveline from shock, were an inexperienced (or immature) driver may dump the clutch at high RPM. But in practice, all it does is prematurely wear out the clutch and turn experienced drivers into people who, despite 20 years of practice, cannot shift gears smoothly. During parallel parking maneuvers, the delay can be infuriating, causing constant clutch slippage. And during hard acceleration, the large amount of clutch slippage can greatly shorten the life of your clutch. During normal, sedate driving, the shift from first into second gear is often jerky, leading passengers to question your skill. As the driver, you can see your passengers' heads bobbing back and forth during every shift!
Here is a thread for 2.0l MT shift dealay hesitation:
Forte 2.0L Manual Transmission shifting problem
Forte 2.0L Manual Transmission shifting problem
Here is a thread about the CDV mod:
Clutch mods?
Clutch mods?
