Meaning & use
Bellhousing
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The metal casing in a vehicle that encloses the flywheel and clutch, connecting the engine to the transmission.
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The mechanic removed the bellhousing to inspect the worn clutch plate.
A cracked bellhousing can cause serious vibration throughout the drivetrain.
A note on using this word
Named for its rounded, bell-like shape, the bellhousing bridges the engine block and the transmission in most manual and automatic vehicles.
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clutch housing
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