Clutch Disc Friction Material Chipped/Bent
Symptoms:
Difficult clutch engagement or disengagement-difficult shifting
Clutch slips-does not hold vehicle power
Noise from clutch
Possible Causes:
Clutch disc dropped during installation or removal
Clutch disc not installed using alignment tool
Solutions:
Replace clutch disc
Use care when installing or removing clutch disc
Throwout Bearing and/or Clutch Fork Improperly Installed
Symptoms:
Hard and/or pulsating clutch pedal
Noise from throwout bearing
Difficult clutch engagement or disengagement-difficult shifting
Possible Causes:
Fork and/or bearing installed incorrectly
Clutch excessively preloaded-improper adjustment
Clutch release linkage worn or damaged
Solutions:
Inspect throwout bearing for wear-replace if wear is found
Inspect transmission input shaft collar for wear-replace if wear is found
Inspect pressure plate diaphragm fingers-replace if wear is found
Install clutch fork/throwout bearing correctly
Adjust clutch pedal freeplay
Inspect clutch release linkage-replace if wear is found