GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Cause

Action

DEFINITION: The clutch grabs, or the clutch is unable to release without the vehicle jerking. An abrupt engagement of the clutch.

Review the Symptoms - Clutch and perform the necessary inspections.

Grease or oil contamination on the facings

  1. Repair the cause of the oil leak or grease contamination.
  2. Clean the clutch facings.
  3. Replace the clutch components if they will not come clean. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement .

Linkage needs lubrication

Perform lubrication maintenance on the clutch linkage.

Linkage worn or damaged

Replace the faulty linkage components.

Release bearing or linkage requires adjustment

  1. Adjust the clutch linkage.
  2. Adjust the release bearing. Refer to Clutch Assembly Adjustment or Clutch Brake Clearance Measurement .