my clutch is slipping is there owt to check?

[shogun]

my gti 8v mk3 clutch is slipping slightly , is there owt to check or is it basiclly a new clutch , can i adjust it or is it a self adjusting one , car is a r reg. :embarassed:

[Deano2711]

Hi Shogun     Check out the clutch cable first. It is self adjusting but I believe that if you reconnect the whit plastic clip onto the catches near the clutch then unclip it and pump the pedal a few times this should adjust it up. If it is better after this I would change the cable next. Cost me £30 for my cable (think I was ripped off) which is easy enough to change yourself.   Hope this helps     Cheers     Deano

[shogun]

where is the clip , ontop of the gearbox??

[Deano2711]

Follow the clutch cable from the pedal. Where the cable meets the arm on the clutch. About six inches before it reaches the clutch there is a white plastic clip that when clipped on extends the clutch cable. I will have a look for a picture for you.     Cheers     Deano

[Deano2711]

Hi Mate     Found a picture on here. I have marked the clip you want with the two white arrows. Hope this helps     Cheers     Deano

[Wayne]

I would try a new cable first, not mega bucks and may make a difference but if it is 100% slipping then really it needs replacing asap.

[Deano2711]

With mine I had no problems until I noticed that my cable was almost dead. I changed the cable then started to get the clutch slipping. As Wayne said I then ended up changing the clutch. I just thought checking the cable first would be easier, if the cable has worn and stretched then replacing may help or may not. But if you have a new clutch fitted it is recommended to change the cable anyway.     Cheers     Deano

[Mr.Tom]

"Cost me £30 for my cable (think I was ripped off)" Mine cost £49 +vat, so I think I got ripped off more Told there was 2 types, and mine was the more expensive :/ Doesn't have the white rossed clip on tho. 

[Deano2711]

"Cost me £30 for my cable (think I was ripped off)" Mine cost £49 +vat, so I think I got ripped off more Told there was 2 types, and mine was the more expensive :/ Doesn't have the white rossed clip on tho. 

The clip is mainly for fitting purposes only. It extends the cable to allow you to fit it into the arm easier. But can also be used for adjusting if needs be. Thought mine was expensive at 30 quid but 49 sounds expensive??     Cheers     Deano

[shogun]

thanks guys ill check it out tommorow