What is the reason why the Wuling Zhiguang clutch cannot engage a gear when pressed down?
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Reasons for the clutch not engaging a gear when pressed are as follows: Cable: Clutch cable failure. Some manual transmission cars still use cables to control the clutch. The outer sheath of the cable is prone to cracking, leading to difficulty in engaging gears without clutch. Simply replace the cable. Gear self-locking force: Excessive gear self-locking force on the clutch side, causing difficulty in shifting gears. In this case, it is recommended to go to a repair shop to adjust the clutch cable and gear locking mechanism. Clutch master cylinder: Clutch master cylinder failure. The clutch hydraulic master cylinder may experience pressure loss or oil leakage during use, resulting in the inability to engage gears when pressing the clutch. It is necessary to go to a repair station to replace the clutch master cylinder, and after replacement, an air bleeding operation should be performed.
I've been driving this Wuling Zhiguang for three or four years, and recently the clutch pedal goes down but the gears won't engage, which is super frustrating. I suspect the clutch disc is pretty worn out—daily city driving with lots of braking makes the disc thin and separation incomplete. The hydraulic system might also be involved, like a failed clutch master cylinder or leaked fluid, leading to insufficient pressure and weak performance. Aging cables are also common in older cars, causing sticking. Sometimes, there's a clicking sound when shifting. Some owners online shared that replacing the disc for around 300 yuan can fix it, and they recommend getting it checked at a proper shop ASAP to avoid damaging the transmission, which would cost more.
