Galaxy Clutch Noise

[Ben_Copeland]

Hi. Sorry first post and a tech question....

 

 

I've been looking to buy a Ford Galaxy 1.9 Diesel for a while. Found one, right price, close to us. Best condition i've seen etc etc... 2004

 

But, when driving there is a noise from the clutch. Faint, but noticable with radio off.

Basically push the clutch in and theres a, like, hydraulic whine (best describes it). But stops as the clutch reaches floor, then it does it again as you bring the clutch up. Just while the clutch in 'travelling'. Sounds like a faint version of a hydraulic handbrake on the back of a laguna lol

 

Its a garage and said their mechanic would do anything that needs doing, Service MOT etc but i'm guessing their not going to go searching for a noise unless it breaks.

 

I'm thinking release bearing maybe?

 

Thanks for any advise

[ggobin]

I had a similar issue when I first got my Galaxy - turned out to be a worn clutch release bearing. -

[Ben_Copeland]

Thanks, well we've bought it but they have it in the garage for service, mot and to find out what the noise is. Also gave a 3 month warranty that includes anything to do with the clutch!

[gregers]

iirc under the sales of goods act you have 28 days to find all faults with the car,and the dealer is obliged to rectify the faults,this is on top of any warrenty they have given you.

good luck with your new car and have fun with it.

[chromedome]

The Galaxy has an expensive Dual Mass Flywheel. Get the garage to change everything.