Trouble Shooter
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FAULT | CAUSE | CURE |
Clutch slips | 1. Clutch facing worn. | 1. Replace clutch assy. |
| 2. Clutch facing contaminated. | 2. Replace clutch assy. |
| 3. Warped clutch cover or pressure plate. | 3. Replace clutch assy. |
| 4. Incorrect adjustment (if adjustable). | 4. Adjust clutch. |
Clutch drags | 1. Faulty clutch hydraulics (if hydraulic). | 1. Overhaul or replace clutch hydraulics. |
| 2. Faulty clutch adjustment (if adjustable). | 2. Adjust clutch. |
| 3. Clutch disc warped. | 3. Replace clutch disc. |
| 4. Clutch hub splines worn or rusty. | Replace or lubricate clutch. (splines!) |
| 5. Diaphragm worn or maladjusted. | 5. Replace pressure plate. |
Clutch chatter | 1. Faulty pressure plate. | 1. Replace pressure plate. |
| 2. Faulty clutch disc. | 2. Replace clutch disc. |
| 3. Loose or worn engine mounting. | 3. Replace mounting. |
Clutch noise | 1. Insufficient grease on bearing sleeve. | 1. Lubricate. |
| 2. Clutch installed incorrectly. | 2. Check installation. |
Clutch noise (pedal down) | 1. Faulty release bearing. | 1. Replace bearing. |
Clutch noise (pedal on the way up) | 1. Damaged or worn pilot bearing. | 1. Fit new bearing. |
Clutch grabs | 1. Contaminated clutch lining. | 1. Replace clutch. |
| 2. Clutch worn or loose rivets. | 2. Replace clutch. |
| 3. Clutch splines worn or rusted. | 3. Clean or replace. |
| 4. Warped flywheel or pressure plate. | 4. Repair or replace. |
| 5. Loose mountings on engine or power unit | 5. Tighten or replace. |