Clutch Rattling Noise When Cold

[Guest blatters]

My Galaxy has started making a rattling noise when cold connected with the clutch pedal.

 

It occurs just as you start to depress the clutch or just before you release it. Push the pedal further down and it disapears.

 

When the car is warmed up it won't make the noise. It sounds like bits are grating against each other - not harsh grinding but just rubbing against each other.

 

Any thoughts guys? Before I take it in for its 30,000 service I just thought I'd check with you all so I can hold my dealer to account if he says it's the 'warp factor kryptonite unit' - if you get my drift!

 

Thanks in advance for your help.

 

:( blatters

[seatkid]

Sounds like a dry or worn clutch thrust bearing. Nothing too much to worry about, although noisy it usually won't cause any problem. You can change it when your clutch needs changing.

[Guest Bobsys]

My Galaxy has started making a rattling noise when cold connected with the clutch pedal.

 

It occurs just as you start to depress the clutch or just before you release it. Push the pedal further down and it disapears.

 

When the car is warmed up it won't make the noise. It sounds like bits are grating against each other - not harsh grinding but just rubbing against each other.

 

Any thoughts guys? Before I take it in for its 30,000 service I just thought I'd check with you all so I can hold my dealer to account if he says it's the 'warp factor kryptonite unit' - if you get my drift!

 

Thanks in advance for your help.

 

:angry: blatters

Hi mine (49k miles 2003) has just started to do exactly the same..this morning!..when I was taking it to dealer for another issue, he agreed it could be release bearing.

Its booked in later this month, will let you know.