3022596 - E01 CLUTCH NOT RELEASING CORRECTLY

There is sticking or noise during low gear changes or when engaging reverse gear
Results of the tests
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSAll OKProblems metOperation
With the engine idling, check whether the fault occurs in all gearsCheck the clutch pedal travelContinue to Step 1It occurs in all gearsContinue to Step 1
Only when engaging certain gearsSee table   C02 
1VISUAL CHECK FOR LEAKSAll OKProblems metOperation
Visually inspect the pipes - clutchCheck that there are no leaks or damageCheck for leaks from the bell housing (clutch actuator area)Continue to Step 2Leaks, damage or seepage from the pipes and connectorsRenew the defetive or damaged components
Oil leaks from the hydraulic clutch actuatorReplace clutch operating actuator Op.   1820B38 
2CLUTCH PUMP CHECKAll OKProblems metOperation
Press the clutch pedal and check that the travel and force are correctContinue to Step 3Force on the pedal slight, the fully reaches the end of travel position without any resistanceReplace the pump Op.   1820B20 
3CHECK FOR AIR IN THE SYSTEMAll OKProblems metOperation
Operate the pedal and check whether it is excessively softContinue to Step 4Pedal very softBleed the air Op.   3330A14 
4CHECK ON CLUTCH ASSEMBLYAll OKProblems metOperation
Visual check on the condition of the clutch assembly, which should not show breaks (pressure plate) and/or obvious deterioration (plate)Continue to Step 5Obvious deterioration of the clutch plate; pressure plate brokenReplace the assembly Op.   1810A20 
5CHECK ON CLUTCH SPLINED HUBAll OKProblems metOperation

Verify:

  • that there is no excess grease on the clutch plate hub bushes and the gearbox main shaft
  • the condition of the main shaft hub
Continue to Step 6Clutch plate hub wornReplace the clutch plate Op.   1810A24 
Shaft damagedReplace the main shaft Op.   2110B32 
6FLYWHEEL CHECKAll OKProblems metOperation

Check in particular:

  • condition of clutch support surface
  • wear, signs of overheating
Continue to Step 7Flywheel damagedReplace flywheel Op. 1024B32
7CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the fault is no longer presentFault persistsSearch for the fault starting from another symptom'