Diagnostic Aids
A rattling or clicking noise that is coming from the clutch or the transmission may indicate that there is oil on the driven plate damper or the clutch disc. The clutch disc may have been damaged or the disc plate springs and diaphragm springs may be weak . If there is excessive rattling, it may indicate an internal transmission concern.
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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This step inspects the clutch system components and the operation of the clutch system.
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This step inspects for oil leaks in the clutch system.
Step | Action | Yes | No | ||||||
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DEFINITION: A rattling or clicking noise that is coming from the clutch or the transmission. | |||||||||
Did you review the clutch symptom operations and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Clutch | |||||||
Inspect for transmission fluid on the driven plate damper. Is there fluid on the driven plate damper? | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 3 | |||||||
3 | Inspect the transmission for noise. Is the transmission OK? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 5 | ||||||
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Does the clutch still rattle? | Go to Step 5 | System OK | ||||||
5 | Remove the clutch disc and inspect for the following conditions:
Are the diaphragm springs damaged or the clutch disc worn? | Go to Step 6 | System OK | ||||||
6 | Replace the necessary components. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement . Did you find and repair the condition? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Diagnostic Aids | ||||||
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Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 1 | ||||||
