Clutch Rattle

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Pontiac G5 and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Cause	Action
DEFINITION: A rattle noise coming from the clutch components with the clutch disengaged or engaged. Review the Symptoms - Clutch and perform the necessary inspections.
Idle rattle clutch engaged	Replace the clutch disc, due to faulty dampener springs. Refer to Clutch Pressure and Driven Plate Replacement .
Clutch is improperly installed	Remove the clutch and install it correctly. Refer to Clutch Pressure and Driven Plate Replacement .
Clutch disc dampener worn or damaged	Inspect the clutch disc for a broken or worn dampener. Replace the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Pressure and Driven Plate Replacement .
Clutch disc splines and input shaft splines worn	Inspect the clutch disc hub to input shaft splines for excessive clearance. Replace the clutch assembly if the clutch splines are worn. Refer to Clutch Pressure and Driven Plate Replacement . Replace the input shaft. Refer to Transmission Case Disassemble use for the Getrag 5 Speed Transmission or Transmission Disassemble use for the MU3 Transaxle.