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Alfa Romeo 147 Factory Service Manual (2000-2004)22 · Fault diagnosis
22 · Diagnostics

Clutch noisy

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
147 Factory Service Manual
Year
2000–2004
Section
Noisy / vibrations › Clutch noisy
Fault diagnosisClutch noisy

CLUTCH NOISY

1.6 TS

When the clutch pedal is operated there is a noise (creaking)

Results of the tests
0FIRST CHECKAll OKProblems metOperation

With the engine idling and the gear lever in neutral, press the clutch pedal.

Then, with the engine running and the handbrake applied, engage first gear and release the clutch

Continue to Step 1The noise disappears with the clutch pressedSee table S01 ENGINE KNOCK
The noise disappears/increases with the clutch pressedContinue to Step 1
1CHECK THRUST BEARINGAll OKProblems metOperation
Check the thrust bearing: it should not be wornContinue to Step 2Bearing faultReplace the bearing Op. 1820A30
2CLUTCH CHECKAll OKProblems metOperation
Check the condition of the clutch plate and springs.Continue to Step 3Clutch plate or springs faultyReplace the clutch plate Op. 1810A20
No fault found, but defect persistsSee table S20 GEARBOX DIFFERENTIAL UNIT NOISY/
3CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the fault is no longer presentFault persistsSearch for the fault starting from another symptom'

Parts & tools for this job For 2000 Alfa Romeo 147

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