clutch problems

[janine]

hi i have a 54 plate 1.9d van and it has started with a rattle when the clutch is pressed but it is fine when when in gear and moving. there is no power loss or slip that i notice. i just wandered if it could be the thrust bearing and if so will it need doing now or could it wait and if not is it a easy clutch to fit

[ron]

It sounds like the release bearing.If left you can bet it will fail at the worst possible time.Changing the clutch is a typical front drive job.When you do it,change the gear oil as well.

[Ol'Jeffers]

If you're going to replace the bearing you may as well do the clutch while you're
in there. Try not to use a Valeo OEM bearing! They really are awful...note the size
and get a decent one in there. There are a few manufacturers including Quinton Hazell
and LUK.

[janine]

[quote='ron' pid='31684' dateline='1354484918']
It sounds like the release bearing.If left you can bet it will fail at the worst possible time.Changing the clutch is a typical front drive job.When you do it,change the gear oil as well.
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thanks for that i am going to replace the lot at the weekend. is there a specific oil to put in the gearbox and what amount does it take

[Ol'Jeffers]

Not sure on the quantity but it's specified as EP75w90 semi synth.

[ron]

Not sure on the quantity but it's specified as EP75w90 semi synth.

2 ltrs of the best you can afford(synthetic).Good luck with the job.Let us know how you get on.('cos we are a nosy lot):thumbsup: