18 · Diagnostics

E02 Clutch slips

Fault diagnosisE02 Clutch slips

During acceleration, a consistent increase in the engine speed is noticed without a corresponding increase in the speed of the vehicle

Step	Test procedure	Result	Action
0	PRELIMINARY CHECK With the engine running, press the clutch pedal and engage 4th speed Accelerate and gradually release the clutch pedal	OK	Move onto step 1
0		The vehicle does not move and the engine speed increases	Move onto step 1
1	CLUTCH ASSEMBLY - FLYWHEEL CHECK Check, in order: clutch plate wear clutch plate fouling that the clutch plate is not distorted condition of diaphragm spring condition of flywheel (in particular the condition of the surface, uneven wear, signs of overheating)	OK	Move onto step 2
		Plate worn	Replace the assembly End of diagnosis
		Plate fouled with oil or grease	Replace plate, clean assembly, eliminate oil leaks End of diagnosis
		Plate fouled with oil or grease	Replace the assembly End of diagnosis
		Plate fouled with oil or grease	Replace the assembly End of diagnosis
		Plate fouled with oil or grease	Replace the flywheel End of diagnosis
2	CORRECT OPERATION CHECK Check that the fault is no longer present	OK	Incorrect selection of diagnostic procedure
2		Fault persists	Incorrect selection of diagnostic procedure

Parts & tools for this job For 2000 Alfa Romeo 147

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