Is It Normal for the Clutch to Make a Thud Sound When Released Quickly?
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It is normal for the clutch to make a thud sound when released quickly. Here are the relevant explanations: 1. Impact Sound: When the clutch is lifted too quickly, the release bearing returns too fast, causing an impact sound. It is recommended to depress the clutch quickly but release it slowly while driving to avoid this noise. If the driver continues to press the clutch pedal after shifting gears and maintains this habit for a long time, it can damage the clutch and cause wear on the clutch plate. 2. Other Causes of Abnormal Noise: A sharp screeching sound heard just before the clutch engages, which disappears when the pedal is pressed and reappears when released, is caused by a broken driven plate steel sheet or exposed rivet heads scraping against the pressure plate or flywheel. In such cases, repairs are necessary.