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Pinpoint Test B: Clutch Chatter, Rattle Or Shudder

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  1. B1 CHECK THE ENGINE OR TRANSMISSION MOUNTS 
    • Inspect all the engine and transmission mounts for looseness or damage.
    • Are any of the engine or transmission mounts loose or damaged? 
    1. YES  : TIGHTEN or INSTALL new engine mounts or transmission mounts. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : Go to  B2.
  2. B2 INSPECT THE PRESSURE PLATE BOLTS 
    • Inspect the pressure plate-to-flywheel bolts.
    • Are any of the pressure plate-to-flywheel bolts loose? 
    1. YES  : TIGHTEN or INSTALL new bolts. REFER to CLUTCH article. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : Go to  B3.
  3. B3 INSPECT THE PRESSURE PLATE 
    • Remove the clutch pressure plate.
    • Inspect the clutch pressure plate for wear or 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  B4.
  4. B4 CHECK THE CLUTCH DISC 
    NOTE: If the internal damper of the clutch disc is damaged or contaminated with grease or oil, it will sound similar to a "transmission rattle".
    • Check the clutch disc for wear or damage.
    • Is the clutch disc OK? 
    1. YES  : Go to  B5.
    2. NO  : INSTALL a new clutch disc. REFER to CLUTCH article. TEST the system for normal operation.
  5. B5 INSPECT THE FLYWHEEL 
    • Inspect the flywheel for wear or damage.
    • Is the flywheel OK? 
    1. YES  : Go to  B6.
    2. NO  : REPAIR or INSTALL a new flywheel as necessary. REFER to CLUTCH article. TEST the system for normal operation.
  6. B6 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  : VERIFY the customer concerns.
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