Abstract: An improved adjustment tab for a self-adjusting clutch, comprising a base member having an integral engagement means operatively arranged to engage a clamp spring, the clamp spring operatively arranged to engage an adjustment means of the clutch; a first non-linear member emanating upwardly from the base member and arranged to clasp at least one of a plurality of lever arms; and, a second non-linear member emanating upwardly from the member and arranged to clasp at least one of the plurality of lever arms, and a clutch assembly which includes the improved adjustment tab.

Abstract: A clutch assembly for transferring torque between a flywheel of an engine and a transmission, the clutch assembly comprising a housing, a pressure plate fixedly secured to the housing, the pressure plate operatively arranged to cause a friction clutch disc to rotate the flywheel, wherein the pressure plate is arranged for rotation about an axis of rotation, wherein the pressure plate is axially movable relative to the axis of rotation, and including actuation means for engaging and disengaging the clutch, an adjustment means operatively arranged to adjust travel of the pressure plate and the friction clutch disc, and a plurality of lever arms, operatively arranged to amplify force within the clutch assembly, the adjustment means comprising a clamp spring having a first end operatively arranged to prevent an uncontrolled movement of the adjustment means and a second end operatively arranged to center the adjustment means within the clutch assembly.