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Clutch Chatter Or Shudder

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Inspect the engine and transmission mounts for looseness and damage. If the mounts are okay, go to next step. If the mounts are loose or damaged, tighten, or install NEW mounts as necessary. Test the system for normal operation. Proceed to the next step, if necessary.
  2. Check for loose bolts that retain the pressure plate to the flywheel. If the bolts are tightened to specification, go to next step. If the bolts are loose, tighten the bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  . Test the system for normal operation. Proceed to the next step, if necessary.
  3. Remove the clutch disc and pressure plate. See CLUTCH ASSEMBLY  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Inspect the clutch disc and pressure plate for wear and damage, and check the clutch disc runout. Inspect the flywheel for glazing and damage. Check the flywheel runout. See FLYWHEEL  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Inspect the input shaft for wear, damage and eccentricity. Repair all components as necessary. Test the system for normal operation.
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