Tell Tale Signs There May Be An Issue With Your Clutch

The blog this week is about signs to look out for that may indicate that there could be an issue with the clutch on your Volvo or Toyota. Please seek professional help from your local independent garage for further investigation if you experience any issues with your clutch that you cannot rectify yourself. Preventative maintenance is always cheaper than reactive repairs. Read on to find out more:

The clutch is a key part of a manual transmission vehicle that allows you to change gears. Most clutches in our cars today are operated by a foot pedal; however, some automatic clutches operate without a pedal and are referred to as semi-automatics. If you experience any of the following issues please seek the assistance and expertise of your local independent garage.

Is Your Clutch Pedal Loose?

If so, it could indicate that the clutch plate is worn or that there is a problem with the clutch assembly. Our advice would be to book in with your local independent garage for investigation.  

Your Car Won't Stay in Gear

When your car won't stay in gear or frequently shifts out of gear while you are driving, it may not be a clutch issue, but it is still not ideal. It is very dangerous and frequently indicates that there is some sort of transmission problem. Do not ignore this – it won’t go away without some professional intervention from your local independent garage.

Does Your Clutch Pedal Feel Like It’s Sticking?

If you feel that your clutch feels sticky i.e. it may stick and hold open for an excessive amount of time when pressed down, or you need to use more force when you press down. This again could indicate an issue – please visit your local independent garage for investigation.

Loosing Power

You should have your transmission checked as soon as possible by your local independent garage if your engine is revving but your Volvo or Toyota doesn't seem to be accelerating correctly. This could be an indication of a clutch issue.

Noisy Clutch Pedal

If, when the engine is off you press or release the clutch pedal, you can hear a noise, there is possibly an issue with the "clutch fork" or mechanism that releases the clutch. We advise you seek the professional assistance of your local independent garage. These issues with your clutch will only get worse over time and could potentially end up being a more expensive repair if you leave it to get worse. Happy Safe Motoring Folks!

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