Peugeot 208 heavy clutch

Car: Peugeot 208
Variant: 1.8 td
Model Year: 1999

Categories: Gearbox & Clutch

I'm looking to swoop my Vauxhall Vectra TDi for a Peugeot 208 estate. Took it for a test drive earlier but found the clutch quite heavy; I was told that the clutch has been like this for the 3 years the previous owner has had it. Does this mean the clutch is on thwe way out, or just that it is heavy anyway? Cheers

Posted: Feb 2, 2012 (12 years ago)

Carole123

Points: 3

It wouldn`t get heavier or lighter if it was on the way out. If it`s smooth in operation with no juddering as you pull away you should be fine. Just check to see at what point it starts to `bite`. You don`t want the bite point at the very top or bottom.

Posted Feb 2, 2012 (12 years ago)

jota1978

Points: 381

Have you had a look at this similar problem: Heavy Clutch

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Posted Feb 2, 2012 (12 years ago)

Carole123

Points: 3

Cheers, the biting point was ok. Thanks for your advice. The car in itself runs quite smoothly with no juddering when initiating clutch - definitely better than my current car!

Posted Feb 2, 2012 (12 years ago)

Carole123

Points: 3

If it doesn't feel right it probably isnt, a heavy clutch is a sign that the clutch cover could be failing,

Posted Feb 2, 2012 (12 years ago)

rizzo

Points: 388

hydraulics or pressure plate. all peugoet clutches should have light ones

Posted Feb 5, 2012 (12 years ago)

elannor67

Points: 395

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