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Pinpoint Test B: Clutch Chatter Or Shudder

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  1. B1 CHECK THE ENGINE OR TRANSMISSION MOUNTS 
    • Inspect all engine and transmission mounts for looseness or damage. Refer to ENGINE - 4.2L article, if necessary.
    • Are any of the engine or transmission mounts loose or damaged? 
    1. YES  : TIGHTEN or INSTALL new engine or transmission mounts. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : Go to  B2.
  2. B2 INSPECT THE CLUTCH PRESSURE PLATE 
    • Remove the clutch pressure plate. Refer to CLUTCH article.
    • Inspect the clutch pressure plate for damage.
    • Are any signs of damage present on the clutch pressure plate? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new clutch pressure plate. REFER to CLUTCH article. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : Go to  B3.
  3. B3 CHECK THE CLUTCH DISC 
    • Refer to Disc Check in this article.
    • Is the clutch disc OK? 
    1. YES  : Go to  B4.
    2. NO  : INSTALL a new clutch disc. REFER to CLUTCH article. TEST the system for normal operation.
  4. B4 INSPECT THE FLYWHEEL 
    • Inspect the flywheel for damage and runout.
    • Is the flywheel OK? 
    1. YES  : Go to  B5.
    2. NO  : TIGHTEN or INSTALL a new flywheel as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.
  5. B5 INSPECT THE INPUT SHAFT 
    • Inspect the input shaft for signs of wear or damage.
    • Are any signs of wear or damage present on the input shaft? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new input shaft. REFER to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION article.
    2. NO  : Go to  B6.
  6. B6 INSPECT THE PILOT BEARING 
    • Inspect the pilot bearing and input shaft end for wear or damage.
    • Are there any signs of wear or damage? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new pilot bearing and an input shaft as necessary.
    2. NO  : VERIFY the customer concern. Go to Symptom Chart  if necessary.
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