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Problem Symptoms Table

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Use PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE  to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the ranked order of probability of each of the possible causes. Check each part in order. Replace parts as necessary.

CLUTCH SYSTEM: 

PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE

Symptom Suspected area Reference
Clutch grabs / chatters 1. Engine mounting (loose) -
2. Clutch disc assembly (runout is excessive) INSPECTION 
3. Clutch disc assembly (oily) REMOVAL 
4. Clutch disc assembly (worn out) INSPECTION 
5. Clutch disc (glazed) INSPECTION 
6. Diaphragm spring (tip is out of alignment) -
Clutch pedal is spongy 1. Clutch line (air in line) CLUTCH SYSTEM 
2. Master cylinder cup (damaged) -
3. Release cylinder rubber (damaged) REMOVAL 
Clutch is noisy 1. Release bearing (worn, dirty, or damaged) REMOVAL 
Clutch slips 1. Clutch pedal (free play is out of adjustment) ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION 
2. Clutch disc (oily) REMOVAL 
3. Clutch disc (worn out) INSPECTION 
4. Diaphragm spring (damaged) -
5. Flywheel (distorted) INSPECTION 
Clutch does not disengage 1. Clutch pedal (free play is out of adjustment) ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION 
2. Clutch line (air in line) CLUTCH SYSTEM 
3. Master cylinder (damaged) REMOVAL 
4. Master cylinder cup (damaged) -
5. Release cylinder cup (damaged) DISASSEMBLY 
6. Clutch disc assembly (out of true) INSTALLATION 
7. Clutch disc assembly (runout is excessive) INSPECTION 
8. Clutch disc assembly (lining is broken) INSPECTION 
9. Clutch disc assembly (dirty or burned) REMOVAL 
10. Clutch disc assembly (oily) REMOVAL 
11. Clutch disc assembly (lack of spline grease) INSTALLATION