Re: [DML] Squeeling sound from clutch

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

Stian,

The noise you are describing is typical of a noisy throwout bearing. Although the sound is annoying it usually is not something to be overly concernedabout unless the sound becomes louder over time. To replace the throwout bearing the transmission must be completely removed. 

Considering the amount of labor involved in removing the transmission you would be wise to replace the clutch plate, pressure plate, and rear crankshaft seal while the transmission is out of the car. If the bearing noise doesnot get any worse you could hold off on this major job until it's time to replace the entire clutch.

For more information on this subject view my feature story, "Clutch ServiceTips",
tomorrow evening at 8 P.M. EST on www.dmc.tv 

DMC Joe
 
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----- Original Message ----- 
From: Stian Birkeland 
To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 
Sent: Thursday, June 21, 2001 5:02 PM
Subject: [DML] Squeeling sound from clutch


dmcrearHi there,
Quite recently Ive noticed that the clutch is squeeling when the clutch pedal is pressed. Not a high pitched sound, more like a low pitch sound but still annoying. Almost like "something somewhere is rubbing something"

Last year the clutch fluid was changed with correct spec. I also upgradedto the stainless braided clutch line. I have no troubles shifting gears, yet the squeeling sound tells me something isnt quite right.

What parts do I need? And what causes the #"¤%! sound??

Best wishes :)

Stian Birkeland
Flekkefjord, Norway

VIN # 06759

Web: http://home.online.no/~stianfb/





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