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Clutch module

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On vehicles with manual gearboxes, the clutch module at the clutch pedal picks up the clutch position (clutch pressed: clutch switch open; clutch not pressed, clutch switch closed). The clutch module comprises the clutch switch and evaluation electronics.

Fig 1: Identifying Clutch Module And 4-Pin Plug Connection
G09841219Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Item Explanation
1 Clutch module
2 4-pin plug connection

The clutch module is supplied with 12 Volts, terminal R and earth. A signal line leads into the DME. When the clutch pedal is not pressed, the clutch module delivers 12 Volts and when the clutch pedal is pressed it delivers 0 Volts to the DME.