How to diagnose a clutch

In this video I will show you everything you need to know so you can properly diagnose whether your manual transmission clutch needs replaced or not. It's a big and expensive job so you need to know 100% that the clutch is worn out or not. I will share all of my tests with you so you can have multiple methods of confirming a worn out clutch before you spend lots of money and or time on the replacement. Lots of other tips and a ton of trade secrets so you'll feel like a boss! Save money and start becoming a gearhead! Come along....you belong!

00:22 Terminology of the clutch parts to allow you to follow along
02:12 Why is it so important to 100% diagnose if a clutch is worn?
03:03 First method: How high up is the pedal when the clutch engages?
05:11 Testing the pedal to feel for when the diaphragm springs are starting to compress
05:55 How to check if you have an adjustable clutch
06:32 Checking the pedal for other signs of clutch issues
07:25 How to test for clutch slipping
09:26 Last final test to confirm clutch slipping

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