What are the reasons for the clutch not rebounding?
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The clutch is a part of the car's transmission system, fixed between the engine and the gearbox, which can disconnect or connect the engine and the gearbox. There are two main reasons why the clutch does not rebound: 1. Problems with the spline on the clutch: This spline can fix a drive shaft, which is the power input shaft of the gearbox. 2. The clutch may be severely worn and needs replacement: If not replaced, it can cause the clutch disc to slip, which affects the engine's power from being fully transmitted to the gearbox, resulting in insufficient power for the car.
Last time my car's clutch suddenly wouldn't spring back, and that feeling was really frustrating. I went to a reliable repair shop, and the mechanic said it was either a broken or deformed return spring - a very common issue where metal fatigue sets in after prolonged use. Another possibility was problems with the clutch cable; if the steel wire gets stuck in the conduit or rusts, the pedal will definitely have weak rebound. He mentioned that some cars have hydraulic clutches, in which case you'd need to check if the master cylinder piston is sticking or if the slave cylinder is leaking. Additionally, lack of lubrication on the pedal pivot shaft causing stiffness can also affect rebound - applying grease regularly can prevent this. Most importantly, don't force it to drive, as you might end up damaging the pressure plate or release bearing too, and those repairs would be much more expensive.
