Clutch Pedal Vibration

[monkeyboy]

just been to look at a 1998 tdi galaxy with 112000 miles to th e good, was a lovely kept car apart from a vibration through the clutc pedal.

i was just wondering how normal this is or was there a problem with it, any info on this would be much appreciated. thanks :D

[strouf]

What kind of vibration was that? Did the pedal vibrate while stationary or the function of the clutch was not smooth and the vibration came from the eratic engagement ?

[monkeyboy]

whilst driving along i noticed if i rested my foot on the clutch pedal i could feel like what seemed excesive vibrations through it, wasn't sure if it was normal or the signs of bad things to come

[gregers]

probably the trackings out

[Masked Marauder]

As the clutch is hydraulic it is unlikely to be the clutch... (Yes, I know that sounds daft!)

[NikpV]

does the clutch linkage get close to the steering linkage, if I push my foot up in the footwell I can feel the steering linkage move and sometimes vibrate on a rough road, got an auto so don't have a clutch :D

[monkeyboy]

That seems too make sense, thanks alot for the advise, much appreciated!!!

[monkeyboy]

so in your oppinion the clutch isnt about to fail by what ive told ya!!! :D

[Masked Marauder]

Nope, it is likely fine (for a 112K clutch, mine is fine and is on 130K). Best way to check the clutch is to do a stall-test and note the biting point.

 

Don't do it too hard if the owner is watching!

[monkeyboy]

thanks 4 that, think i might just go back 4 a 2nd look, cheers :D