What Causes the Squeaking Sound When Pressing the Wuling Hongguang Clutch?
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Wuling Hongguang clutch squeaking sound when pressed reasons: Abnormal noise from clutch pedal return: This fault phenomenon is most likely caused by the abnormal noise from the clutch pedal's return spring. You can first try lubricating it with oil. If the noise persists, it will be necessary to replace the clutch pedal assembly. Clutch pressure plate spring breakage: In addition, when the clutch pedal is pressed, a distinct abnormal noise can be heard from the clutch area, which becomes more obvious when the pedal is released. The main causes of this situation are breakage of the clutch pressure plate spring, loosening of the release bearing, fragmentation of the clutch steel plate, breakage of the clutch release lever, excessive wear, or breakage of the release lever adjustment bolt.
A few days ago, my Wuling Hongguang's clutch pedal kept squeaking when pressed, which really got on my nerves. After some careful thought, the most common issue is dryness in the clutch pedal spring or bushing. Driving for a long time in dusty areas can cause dust to accumulate, leading to friction that sounds like scraping a pot. If the noise is coming from under your foot, it's likely a spring issue—try adding some WD-40 lubricant; it works well. However, if the noise gets louder and is accompanied by a heavy feeling, then the release bearing might be the problem. If it's worn out, metal grinding against metal can create an even more annoying squeak. Don’t delay fixing it, or severe wear could damage the pressure plate, potentially ruining the entire clutch and costing a fortune to replace. During regular maintenance, adding some grease can save you a lot of hassle.
As a seasoned driver with over a decade of experience behind the wheel of a Wuling, I'm quite familiar with that squeaking sound. I've had to make several repairs because of it. There are quite a few possible causes: it could be that the pedal return spring has loosened or rusted, especially on humid rainy days when the metal parts start rubbing and making noise; or the release bearing might be worn out—a friend's car had this issue, and replacing the part solved it. Another possibility is lack of lubrication in the bushings. A quick fix is to spray some rust remover and observe for a few days. If the noise gets louder or starts causing hesitation, it's time to head to the shop for a clutch system check, including the diaphragm spring for any deformation. I've heard new cars might squeak during the break-in period, but for older ones, regular maintenance is key to prevention.
