Transmission Leak
A few weeks ago, when I took my 2013 C-Max in for an oil change, the technician discovered a very slow transmission leak--apparently from a seal somewhere in the unit. It wasn't so bad that fluid needed adding, but it did need to be repaired under the warranty. Although I needed the vehicle for a few more weeks, I did take it in for the repair. It was a big deal that took several days and involved removing the entire engine/drive train. I had thought that it would be a more simple repair job
The centrifugal clutch is just a damper between the engine and transmission that reduces vibration and harsh engagement with stiff springs when ICE starts. Smart to replace. https://parts.lakelandford.com/p/Ford__/CLUTCH-ASSEMBLY-Clutch-Friction-Disc-DISC-ASSEMBLY---CLUTCH/52358769/DG9Z7550A.html Look at pic #3 in post 31. I believe that there is a disc / pressure plate inside such that if the torque difference between engine and transmission exceeds the spring forces holding plates in place
