Operating device for a friction clutch

摘要

The invention relates to a release device for a friction clutch with a central release member. A release bearing 10, a sliding sleeve 9 and an annular flange 4 are combined together into a single assembly by a holding element 18a which holds the components together before the clutch is assembled. The holding element becomes redundant after assembly of the clutch. The element has tongues 20a which initially grip the sleeve 9 but which are released from the sleeve on assembly as a result of clamping the flange 4 against a gearbox housing 5.