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Car service in West Ryde
As your local car service mechanic in West Ryde, Col Harrison Automotive (MVRL22716) take great pride in offering only the very best in log book car servicing and automotive repairs...
Read moreClutch service in West Ryde
Whether your clutch plate, clutch disc or flywheel needs to be replaced, you want to be back on the road fast.
Our West Ryde workshop is able to take care of everything from the smallest bearing problem or full transmission recondition, through to service and clutch replacements.
As a Repco Authorised Service Centre you can rest assured our Service team goes through the highest level of training via Repco Auto-Tech. Col Harrison Automotive perform clutch services, repairs and replacements for all major makes and models, fully backed by an extensive Nationwide Warranty.
A Col Harrison Automotive Clutch Repair or Service may Include:
- Clutch Pedal Replacement
- Clutch Pressure Plate Replacement
- Flywheel Machine/Replace
- Clutch Disc Repair/Replacement
- Clutch Master Cylinder Test/Replacement
- Clutch Plate Repair
- Clutch Cable Replacement
- Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Fill
- Hydraulic Clutch Replacement
- Clutch Master Cylinder Repair
- Automatic Clutch Service
- Manual Clutch Service
- Bearing Replacement
- Transmission Oil Change (Manual)
Symptoms of problems related to the clutch
Knowing what is causing unusual vibrations or strange sounds in your car is a crucial first step to solving any clutch issues. If you have experienced any of the following symptoms of potential clutch failure, call Col Harrison Automotive and ask about a Clutch Service.
- Excessive Engine Revs: A slipping clutch can prevent the clutch disc and clutch flywheel from rotating in unison, which can lead to clutch plate damage
- Clutch Vibration: When the clutch is released it should be smooth. If vibrations are evident it could be a sign of a damaged disc, damaged flywheel or loose engine mounts. You should get a mechanic to check it
- Noise When Engaging the Clutch Pedal: A loud squeal could indicate that the bearings are damaged. A clutch which grinds when engaging could indicate a problem with the spinning pressure of the clutch disc or flywheel and may directly relate to the throw-out bearing
- Car Stalling: If there is an issue switching into neutral after being in gear, up to and including the vehicle stalling, there may be a problem with the hydraulic system not allowing for the correct disengaging of the clutch
Because of the difference in operation, manual transmissions will wear differently than automatic transmissions. Generally speaking, the type of driving undertaken, frequency of gear changing and the overall amount of time spent driving will all affect the life of both the clutch and transmission.
Important parts of your clutch
Your clutch relies on many different parts such as the pedal, release fork, diaphragm spring, pressure plate, and clutch plate. General wear and tear can affect any of these components and bring the whole system down. Call Col Harrison Automotive for a clutch service to avoid a costly clutch repair later.
- Flywheel - stores rotational energy of the engine while the transmission is disengaged
- Clutch plate/disk - presses against fly wheel
- Pressure plate - pushed into the clutch plate
- Throw-out bearing (aka clutch release bearing) - is pressed against the middle of the diaphragm spring to disengage the clutch
- Release fork - presses throw-out bearing when clutch pedal is pressed
- Diaphragm springs - push pressure plate against clutch disc when foot is off of clutch pedal
- Pins (aka studs) - cause the diaphragm spring to pull the pressure plate away from the clutch disc when centre of spring is pushed in - this releases the clutch from the spinning engine
Book your clutch service with the experts at Col Harrison Automotive today!
