ACTIVITY SHEET

IN
CLUTCH FAILURE/PROBLEM AND REMEDIES
Learning Competency
Diagnose clutch failure/problem

Objective:
At the end of the activity, you should be able to:
diagnose the different clutch failure/problems with their
respective causes and remedies.

Knowledge Check

Write F if the statement refers to Failure, C for causes and R for

remedies on diagnosing clutch failure/problem and remedies.
____1. Binding in clutch linkage.
____2. Clutch noisy while engage.
____3. Clean and lubricate splines.
____4. Broken or weak pressure springs.
____5. Clutch slip while engaged.

Study and Learn

CLUTCH FAILURE/ PROBLEM AND REMEDIES

Many different troubles can develop in the clutch, producing various

conditions and complaints from the driver. This information sheet includes
common troubles, possible causes and remedies.

TROUBLES POSSIBLE CHECK/

CAUSES REMEDIES
Clutch slip while engaged  Incorrect clutch Adjust clutch
linkage linkages
adjustment
 Broken or weak Replace/Adjust
pressure springs pressure springs
 Binding inn Replace clutch
clutch linkage linkage
 Worn friction disc Replace disc
facing facing
https://blog.bavauto.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/clutch-2.jpg  Grease or oil or Replace disc
disc facing facing
Clutch chatter or grabs while engaging  Binding in clutch Adjust and
linkage lubricate clutch
linkage
  Broken engine Replace engine
mount mount
 Oil or grease on Replace disc
disc facing or facing
loose facing
 Binding of Clean and
friction disc hub lubricate splines
on clutch shaft
 Broken disc Replace broken
facings, spring parts
or pressure
plate
 Warped friction Replace friction
disc disc

Clutch noisy while engaged  Friction disc hub Replace worn

loose on clutch parts
shaft
 Friction disc Replace disc
dampener spring
broken or weak
 Misalignment of Align engine and
engine and transmission
transmission
Clutch noisy while disengaged  Release Replace release
bearing worn bearing
,binding or out
of lubricant
 Release levers Adjust or replace
not properly pressure plate
adjusted assembly
 Pilot bearing in
crankshaft Lubricate or
https://st.hotrod.com/uploads/sites/21/2008/09/0809clt_04_z- worn or out of replace
how_to_diagnose_your_own_clutch_system_problems-
warped_pressure_plate_drive_strap.jpg
lubricant
 Diaphragm Replace pressure
spring worn or plate assembly
damage
Rapid friction disc facing  Driver “rides” Keep foot off
wear clutch clutch except
when needed
 Excessive and Reduce use of
incorrect use clutch pedal
of clutch
 Cracks in Replace pressure
flywheel or plate face
pressure plate
http://garagewire.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/fig-5-Continued-use-after-plate-worn-out-thermal-cracking-and-
failur...-450x299.jpg
face
  Weak or Replace pressure
broken plate assembly
pressure spring
 Warped Replace defective
pressure plate part
or friction disc
 Improper Adjust linkage
linkage
adjustment
 Clutch linkage Free, adjust, and
binding lubricate

Check your Understanding!

I. Picture Identification. Identify the troubles based on the given pictures.

1.

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2.

3.
 4.

II. Complete Me! Supply the missing information on the box.

TROUBLES POSSIBLE CHECK/

CAUSES REMEDIES
1. Pilot bearing in 2.
crankshaft
worn or out of
lubricant

Clutch slip while engaged 3. Replace/Adjust

pressure springs

Worn friction disc 4.

facing

5. Driver “rides” Keep foot off

clutch clutch except
when needed

Clutch chatter or grabs while engaging Broken disc 6.

facings, spring or
pressure plate

Clutch noisy while disengaged 7. 8.

Rapid friction disc facing wear Improper linkage 9.

adjustment

Clutch linkage 10.

binding
Remember!

Common clutch troubles include clutch slip while engaged, clutch chatter
or grabs while engaging, clutch noisy while engaged, clutch noisy while
disengaged, and rapid friction disc facing wear.

The following should be observed in diagnosing clutch failures/problems:

1. Determine the failure/problem.

2. Diagnose the possible cause/s of the failure or problem.
3. Determine possible remedies to address the failure or problem.
4. Troubleshoot.

Test your skill!

Your family is planning to watch a movie at Robinson’s Mall, Tuguegarao

City. Your father requested you to check the car that will be used for your
transportation. Upon checking, you found out that the clutch was out of
adjustment. What would be its possible causes? How will you address the
problem?

Give at least 3 causes of trouble with corresponding remedies.

References:

1. TESDA CBLM
2. LuK-Aftermarket Service oHG, D-63225 Langen, Germany. August 2008,
3rd Edition Retrieved from: partinfo.co.uk

Prepared by:

FELIPE TABANGCURA
Teacher I
Gattaran National Trade School
Gattaran, Cagayan
CP#09351988640