The bite point is the specific degree of travel in a clutch pedal where the friction disc makes initial contact with the flywheel. At this threshold, the engine starts transmitting torque to the transmission input shaft, causing the vehicle to creep. Mechanics test this point to evaluate clutch wear and hydraulic system health.
Heard on the job
The bite point is right at the top of the pedal travel, so that clutch is practically gone.
Also heard as
- biting point
Related terms
Clutch
The mechanical assembly that connects and disconnects the engine from the transmission.
Clutch pedal
The floor-mounted control operated by the driver to engage or disengage the clutch.
Manual transmission
A gearbox requiring the driver to manually select gear ratios using a shift lever and a clutch.