What is a modular clutch?
The modular clutch is a sealed, non-serviceable unit that combines pressure plates, springs, etc. into a single, replaceable module. This clutch is standard in Belvidere-built ’96-’99 MTX Neons, and supersedes the traditional unit in older cars as well (an adapter kit is available, p/n 4856319). From Greg Smith: “A modular clutch is a preassembled clutch pressure plate, clutch disc and flywheel. It bolts onto the same crankshaft-mounted driveplate that the automatic transmission Neons use. It cannot be disassembled for service — instead, you just replace the modular clutch unit with a new one. Chrysler uses the modular clutch in the Belvidere assembly plant to commonize assembly processes. They can install an automatic transmission-style driveplate on all the engines, and they don’t have to worry about aligning the clutch disc inside the pressure plate. The assembly is self-aligning.” – Greg Smith Note that most aftermarket performance clutches will not work with the modular setup. Th
