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Old 01-08-2013, 10:19 PM   #1
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Default AU XR8 clutch noise, is it normal?

Hey guys,

My clutch makes a squeaking noise when it is not engaged. As soon as I put any pressure on the pedal it goes away, also if you lift the pedal it goes away.

Someone told me that it was the throw-out bearing touching the fingers of the clutch? Bad design was the reason and no cure was given. It is really annoying.

Any ideas?

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Old 02-08-2013, 08:12 AM   #2
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Mine does the same thing exactly. It's annoying and it's getting worse...
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Old 02-08-2013, 10:49 AM   #3
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Yeah Thrust bearing is starting to wear out, It will only get worse
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Old 02-08-2013, 12:01 PM   #4
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Cool. So long as it can be fixed cause it ****** me right off.
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Old 02-08-2013, 01:13 PM   #5
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Default Re: AU XR8 clutch noise, is it normal?

Fixed by changing the clutch & spigot bearing. So gearbox has to come out.
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Old 02-08-2013, 01:25 PM   #6
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Fixed by changing the clutch & spigot bearing. So gearbox has to come out.
I figure I'll do it when I do clutch- 129,000km and counting!
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Old 02-08-2013, 01:39 PM   #7
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Default Re: AU XR8 clutch noise, is it normal?

Mine does exactly the same, due for a clutch anyway. Good to know it's a common issue!

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Old 02-08-2013, 02:08 PM   #8
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Not a bad idea to do engine rear main seal and gearbox input shaft seal at the same time either
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Old 02-08-2013, 03:01 PM   #9
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Lol mines just hit 110ks. Clutch still feels strong so ill put up with it for a while longer.
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Old 02-08-2013, 08:44 PM   #10
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Default Re: AU XR8 clutch noise, is it normal?

Yep, mine squeeks first thing in the morning, disappears after a while.

I'm in no rush to replace it!
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Old 03-08-2013, 03:45 PM   #11
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Default Re: AU XR8 clutch noise, is it normal?

Mine does it also. The ute makes a squealing noise in the mornings with the clutch peddle in and a fair bit of squeaking with it out, but once it's warmed up its not too bad. The clutch is still strong though, so not too worried about it.
My XR8 sedan also made noises for 5 years, but never failed.
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Old 03-08-2013, 08:46 PM   #12
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Default Re: AU XR8 clutch noise, is it normal?

my ute does too. put in a new one only lasted about 3 months so then changed clutch and new throw out, it lasted about 30 000k and is doing it again now. never had these problems with my sedan so maybe there is some sort of common issue
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