1998 Honda Civic Repair Question
Topics covered: Clutch, Transmission, Burning oil.
Mileage: 147,000 miles.
Mileage: 147,000 miles.
Asked on November 20, 2012
Honda Civic Clutch Problem
Brand new clutch and 1st gear is slipping and it is burning oil could the oil be leaking onto the clutch?
Answer
Replied on November 21, 2012
It is possible. Do you see any leaks under vehicle? Was the transmission bellhousing dry or oily when transmission was removed? Is clutch master cylinder pushrod adjusted correctly?
Replied on November 21, 2012
The transmission bellhousing was dry when i put in the new clutch and there is no leaks under the vehicle
Replied on November 21, 2012
Check the clutch pedal travel. Ensure you have sufficient free play before the push rod engages the master cylinder. Was the flywheel surface checked for wear?
Allow the clutch to run in and avoid harsh acceleration to see if problem improves.
As to burning oil, that should be a problem with the engine and not with the clutch.