1997 Ford Probe clutch squel

1997 FORD PROBE
104,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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BRANDANDJEN
i have a 97 ford probe.... When I push in my clutch I get a loud squeel and it bogs like its gunna die hope you can help....
Aug 1, 2010 at 12:27 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

I would say that the clutch thrust bearing has seized and is dragging on the pressure plat fingers, the fingers will be getting ground down, this will have to be repaired with a new clutch assembly, do not just replace the thrust, as if the fingers are badly grooved, they may fail and you will be taking the box out again.

mark (mhpautos)
Aug 1, 2010 at 6:48 AM
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BRANDANDJEN
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approx how much is it to replace
Aug 1, 2010 at 5:10 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Labour will be around 7Hrs, check local labour rates, and parts approx $500.00 depending on brand, aftermarket will be cheaper.

mark (mhpautos)
Aug 1, 2010 at 6:42 PM
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BRANDANDJEN
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I did some searching around and found a Clutch shop that is very well known and good work comes from there i thank you very much for your help Mark hopefully i wont be having any problems anytime soon and after i have this fixed i will make a noticable donation for your services
Aug 2, 2010 at 9:16 PM
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That's good to hear, i hope it all goes well for you, thank you for using 2car pros, your feed back is always welcome.

Mark (mhpautos)
Aug 2, 2010 at 9:21 PM
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