Fault-tracing information

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Condition

Fig 1: Identifying Throwout Bearing Sleeve

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Applies to M56/M58/M59 generally.

Does not apply to vehicles with a concentric slave cylinder.

Possible Source

Defective sleeve to throwout bearing.

Fault symptom[s]

Starting off smoothly is difficult
The car vibrates when starting off
The clutch vibrates when starting off
The car / clutch jumps when starting off.