Problem
Clutch slips while engaged.
Cause
Incorrect clutch linkage adjustment. Broken or weak pressure spring. Binding in clutch linkage. Broken engine mount. Worn friction disc facing. Grease or oil on disc facing. Incorrectly adjusted release levers. Wrapped friction disc.
Solution
Adjust clutch linkage adjustment. Replace pressure plate assembly. Free, adjust and lubricate clutch linkage. Replace engine mount. Replace disc facing. Adjust release levers. Wraped friction disc.
Problem
Clutch chatters or grabs while engaging.
Cause
Binding in clutch linkage. Broken engine mount. Oil or grease on disc facing or glazed or loose facing. Binding on friction disc hub on clutch shaft. Broken disc facing, springs or pressure plate. Warped friction disc.
Solution
Free, adjust and lubricate linkage. Replace engine mount. Replace disc facing. Clean and lubricate splines. Replace defective parts. Replace broken parts of disc facing, springs or pressure plate. Replace friction disc.
Problem
Clutch spins or drags while disengaged.
Cause
Incorrect linkage adjustment or operation. Warped friction disc or pressure plate. Loose friction disc or disc facing. Improper release lever adjustment. Friction disc hub binding on clutch shaft. Broken engine parts.
Solution
Adjust, repair or replace linkage adjustment. Replace defective parts on friction disc or pressure plate. Replace disc. Adjust release lever adjustment. Clean and lubricates splines. Replace defective parts. Replace engine parts.
Problem
Clutch noisy while engaged.
Cause
Friction disc hub loose on clutch shaft. Friction disc dampener springs broken or weak. Misalignment of engine and transmission.
Solution
Replace worn parts. Replace disc. Align engine and transmission.
Problem
Clutch noisy while disengaged.
Cause
Release bearing worn, binding or out of lubricant. Release levers not properly adjusted. Pilot bearing in crank shaft worn or out of lubricant. Diaphragm spring worn or damaged.
Solution
Replace bearing. Adjust or replace pressure plate assembly. Lubricate or replace crank shaft. Replace pressure plate assembly.
