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1998 Honda Civic Repair Question


Topics covered: Clutch, Transmission, Burning oil.
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?
Avatar Asked by austinmartin

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?

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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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

Tiny Response from austinmartin
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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.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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