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01 General information02 Specifications03 Manufacturing data and tolerances04 Tightening torques05 Fluids and lubricants06 Maintenance07 Diagnostic checks08 Engine09 Clutch10 Gearbox and differential11 Axles and driveshafts12 Brakes13 Steering14 Suspension and wheels15 Heating, air conditioning and auxiliary units16 Electrical equipment17 Body fittings18 Body panels and frame19 Wiring diagrams and electrical functions20 Wiring harnesses21 Connectors and pin-outs22 Fault diagnosis23 Special tools
Fiat 500 Factory Service Manual (2007-2024)22 · Fault diagnosis
22 · Diagnostics

Clutch noisy

Make
Fiat
Model
500 Factory Service Manual
Year
2007–2024
Section
Noise / vibrations › Clutch noisy
Fault diagnosisClutch noisy

CLUTCH NOISY

1.2 8v, 1.3 Multijet, 1.4 16v

Noise (creaking) is heard when the clutch pedal is operated

Test results
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

With the engine idling and the gearbox in neutral, fully depress the clutch pedal and check whether the noise disappears.

Then, with the engine running, pull the handbrake to lock the wheels, engage first gear and release the clutch, checking whether the noise disappears

Move on to Step 1

1. The noise disappears with the clutch pressed

2. The noise disappears with the gear engaged

1. Proceed as instructed

See table S001 ENGINE KNOCK

2. Proceed as instructed

See table S015 NOISE WHILST DRIVING

1CHECK THRUST BEARINGAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check the condition of the thrust bearing: it should not be wornMove on to Step 2Bearing faulty

Replace the thrust bearing

Op. 1820A30 THRUST BEARING - R + R WITH GEARBOX REMOVED

2CLUTCH CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check the condition of the cluch plate and the flexible couplingsEnd of diagnosisFault in clutch plate or flexible couplingReplace the clutch plate

Parts & tools for this job For 2007 Fiat 500

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