Pinpoint Test C: Excessive Noise
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- C1 TRANSAXLE NEUTRAL GEAR ROLLOVER TEST
- Start the engine and let it idle.
- Press the clutch pedal.
- Does the noise stop when the clutch pedal is pressed?
NOTE: With the clutch pedal fully pressed, the input shaft should stop rotating.- Yes: REFER to SYMPTOM CHART - NVH .
- No: GO to C2 .
- C2 CHECK THE CLUTCH PEDAL FREE PLAY
- Press the clutch pedal lightly by hand.
- Measure the distance the clutch pedal travels.
- Is the clutch pedal travel within 5-13 mm (0.20-0.51 in)?
- Yes: GO to C3 .
- No: ADJUST clutch pedal freeplay. REFER to CLUTCH PEDAL FREEPLAY ADJUSTMENT .
- C3 CHECK THE CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER
- Inspect the clutch slave cylinder for wear or loss of lubrication.
- Are there signs of wear or loss of lubrication?
- Yes: INSTALL a new clutch slave cylinder. REFER to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- No: GO to C4 .
- C4 CHECK THE CLUTCH PRESSURE PLATE
- Inspect the clutch pressure plate for damage or material between the pressure plate and flywheel.
- Are there signs of damage?
- Yes: INSTALL a new clutch pressure plate. REFER to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- No: GO to C5 .
- C5 CHECK CLUTCH PEDAL SWITCHES
- Inspect clutch pedal switches for damage or incorrect installation.
- Are there any signs of damage or incorrect installation?
- Yes: REPLACE or REINSTALL clutch pedal switches as necessary.
- No: REFER to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION for transaxle concerns.