Problem Symptoms Table
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Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the ranked order of probability of each of the possible causes. Check each part in order. Replace parts as necessary.
CLUTCH SYSTEM
CLUTCH SYSTEM SYMPTOM REFERENCE
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch grabs / chatters | Engine mounting (loose) | - |
| Clutch disc assembly (runout is excessive) | CLUTCH UNIT | |
| Clutch disc assembly (oily) | CLUTCH UNIT | |
| Clutch disc assembly (worn out) | CLUTCH UNIT | |
| Clutch disc (glazed) | CLUTCH UNIT | |
| Diaphragm spring (tip is out of alignment) | - | |
| Clutch pedal is spongy | Clutch line (air in line) | BLEEDING |
| Master cylinder cup (damaged) | - | |
| Release cylinder rubber (damaged) | DISASSEMBLY | |
| Clutch is noisy | Release bearing (worn, dirty, or damaged) | CLUTCH UNIT |
| Clutch slips | Clutch pedal (free play is out of adjustment) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION |
| Clutch disc (oily) | CLUTCH UNIT | |
| Clutch disc (worn out) | CLUTCH UNIT | |
| Diaphragm spring (damaged) | - | |
| Flywheel (distorted) | CLUTCH UNIT | |
| Clutch does not disengage | Clutch pedal (free play is out of adjustment) | CLUTCH PEDAL |
| Clutch line (air in line) | BLEEDING | |
| Master cylinder (damaged) | REMOVAL | |
| Master cylinder cup (damaged) | - | |
| Release cylinder cup (damaged) | CLUTCH RELEASE CYLINDER | |
| Clutch disc assembly (out of true) | CLUTCH PEDAL SWITCH | |
| Clutch disc assembly (runout is excessive) | CLUTCH UNIT | |
| Clutch disc assembly (lining is broken) | CLUTCH UNIT | |
| Clutch disc assembly (dirty or burned) | CLUTCH UNIT | |
| Clutch disc assembly (oily) | CLUTCH UNIT | |
| Clutch disc assembly (lack of spline grease) | CLUTCH PEDAL SWITCH |