What Are the Symptoms of Manual Transmission Clutch Wear?

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Clutch slippage during rapid acceleration, higher clutch engagement point, and uneven clutch surface. Clutch slippage during rapid acceleration: The symptom is that when the accelerator is pressed deeply, the engine speed rises rapidly, but the vehicle speed does not increase much. This is the clutch slipping, causing the engine to spin without fully transmitting power to the transmission. It is the most noticeable symptom, whether driving your own car or someone else's. Higher clutch engagement point: This means that previously, the clutch would engage with just a slight lift, and the car would move forward. Now, the clutch must be lifted much higher before it engages and the car moves forward. This is also a sign of worn clutch discs. Uneven clutch surface: This also requires replacement, regardless of whether the clutch is thick or thin. The symptom is severe shaking when starting the vehicle and during partial clutch engagement, indicating an uneven clutch surface. This is mostly due to poor-quality clutch discs.