{"id":1067,"date":"2022-10-25T10:51:20","date_gmt":"2022-10-25T09:51:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mrclutch.com\/blog\/?p=1067"},"modified":"2022-12-21T12:57:35","modified_gmt":"2022-12-21T12:57:35","slug":"how-to-tell-if-you-need-a-new-clutch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mrclutch.com\/blog\/how-to-tell-if-you-need-a-new-clutch\/","title":{"rendered":"How to tell if you need a new clutch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you need a new clutch, it\u2019s best to get a replacement as soon as possible to solve the problem. However, it\u2019s not always obvious whether or not your clutch is the problem when driving, and your clutch isn\u2019t assessed as part of your annual <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrclutch.com\/mot\">MOT<\/a>. Learning how to tell if your clutch is on its last legs could help to keep you safer on the road &#8211; so what should you be looking out for?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do you Know if your clutch is going?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although there are certain things you can do to make it last longer, having to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrclutch.com\/new-clutch-replacement-cost\"><strong class=\"text-dark-green\">get your clutch replaced<\/strong><\/a> is inevitable. Driving causes wear and tear both on the clutch pedal and the mechanism beyond, and so problems can develop over time. If your clutch is wearing out and needs to be replaced, you\u2019ll likely notice one or more of the following warning signs starting to crop up while you\u2019re driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Your clutch feels spongy<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your clutch is soft or spongy, there may be a problem with the hydraulic release system, like air bubbles. If this is the case, your clutch may need bleeding &#8211; which simply means venting any air from the system to make sure it works properly in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But what does a spongy or soft clutch actually <em>feel<\/em> like? Well, it\u2019s often characterised by reduced resistance when you press down on the clutch pedal. You might notice the pedal \u2018drops\u2019 when you try to lower the clutch, or that the clutch disengages without you having to do much more than touch the pedal. If this problem isn\u2019t rectified, it can lead to the clutch disengaging erratically, and may result in expensive damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Difficulty changing gears<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A smooth transition from one gear to another is widely seen as a key part of a good drive. So if you start to notice the change becoming more of an effort, it could be a sign that there\u2019s a problem with your clutch. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrclutch.com\/blog\/how-does-a-clutch-work\/\">The clutch disconnects the engine from the gearbox<\/a> to make shifting gears easier &#8211; if your clutch doesn\u2019t disengage properly it could cause you to grind gears, which may cause more damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re grinding gears, you\u2019ll likely notice it quickly, as it can make the gear-changing process feel jolty and uncomfortable for you and your passengers. It may also be accompanied by a crunching or grinding noise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Higher biting point<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This symptom of a worn-out clutch can be harder to spot than others, particularly if you\u2019re not yet used to the clutch you\u2019re using. Typically, as a clutch gets used, its biting point gets higher and higher. If you realise you\u2019re having to raise it almost all the way before it bites, this is a sign you need a new clutch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of course, there are many ways you might notice the natural wear and tear of your clutch, and this list isn\u2019t exhaustive. If you notice anything unusual about the working of your clutch, or any other part of your car, it\u2019s best to get it checked out early so the problem doesn\u2019t get worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is clutch judder?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clutch judder is another problem associated with the clutch that isn\u2019t necessarily caused by natural wear and tear. An aptly named issue, it\u2019s characterised by a shudder or judder felt when raising the clutch. Clutch judder can be attributed to a number of factors, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Worn or damaged parts in the clutch mechanism<\/li><li>An incorrectly tuned engine<\/li><li>The wrong gear ratio for the tyre diameter<\/li><li>The friction material on the clutch plate being contaminated during repairs or installation<\/li><li>Not breaking a new clutch in correctly<\/li><li>The flywheel, clutch plate and\/or pressure plate not being aligned in parallel to each other<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is clutch slipping?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clutch slipping, or clutch slippage, is a term you may have heard in connection with various clutch problems like the ones outlined above. It can be used to describe a whole range of problems relating to the clutch, which may be confusing if you\u2019re not familiar with the term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The truth is, all of the problems we\u2019ve outlined in this article are symptoms or types of clutch slippage. Clutch slippage is a general term used to mean any problem where the clutch isn\u2019t engaging properly for whatever reason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can you drive with a burnt clutch?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A burnt clutch is where the friction material on the clutch plate wears away, typified by an acrid, unmissable smell inside and outside of the car. When the friction pads wear away, the clutch can slip and disengage erratically, leading to a variety of complications. While a burnt clutch mainly affects the clutch plate, it can lead to damage of the flywheel and pressure plate as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So should you drive with a burnt clutch? Well, it\u2019s best not to. A burnt clutch can fail at any time, and so it\u2019s an issue that should be brought to the attention of a qualified mechanic as soon as possible. This is why it is advised that you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrclutch.com\/car-servicing\"><strong class=\"text-dark-green\">get your car serviced<\/strong><\/a> regularly, as it can help to spot problems like these before they impact your day-to-day use of your vehicle.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you need a new clutch, it\u2019s best to get a replacement as soon as possible to solve the problem. However, it\u2019s not always obvious whether or not your clutch is the problem when driving, and your clutch isn\u2019t assessed as part of your annual MOT. Learning how to tell if your clutch is on &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrclutch.com\/blog\/how-to-tell-if-you-need-a-new-clutch\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;How to tell if you need a new clutch&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":1084,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_stopmodifiedupdate":false,"_modified_date":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1067","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-clutch-and-flywheel"],"contentshake_article_id":"","yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How to tell if you need a new clutch - Mr Clutch Autocentres<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Worried your current clutch might be wearing out? 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