At approximately 6,000 miles, I began noticing clutch slip at high 2nd gear loads. Over the next 1,500 miles, it got worse, until the clutch would break free in second and third under any hard acceleration.
At this time, Aprilia considers this a consumable item and doesn’t cover the clutch under warranty. Fortunately, at $160 list (I paid $144) for the entire clutch kit, it is reasonably priced. Even better, it is very easy to replace. Still, please ask your dealer to bring early clutch failure to the attention of Aprilia. If enough of us complain, maybe they’ll redesign it.
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Aprilia Falco Clutch Replacement
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2003 Dodge Cummins ATS Co-Pilot Module Installation Manual
January 11th, 2009 · No Comments
The ATS Co-Pilot module commands the lock-up clutch of the torque converter along with the exhaust brake, if equipped, to stay engaged. This allows for up to 100% of the retarding force to be transferred in 3rd and 4th gear and the transmission oil temperature to remain low because of little to no slippage occurring when the converter is in these selected gears. When the ATS Valve Body is installed, you can use engine braking in the low-speed position of nearly 12 mph in 1st or 2nd gear.
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