Clutch longevity..?

[blue2000s]

Originally Posted by joshuaalbert

I know this subject has been covered before, but I am a real gimp when it comes to cars and I never have yet to see a sufficient answer to my question. How would I know if it is time to replace my clutch? What should I be looking for?

If you are in gear, press the gas pedal and the engine speed goes up but the car doesn't accelerate, the clutch is worn. It's usually most obvious in higher gears first.

[rickhuizinga]

Originally Posted by blue2000s

If you are in gear, press the gas pedal and the engine speed goes up but the car doesn't accelerate, the clutch is worn. It's usually most obvious in higher gears first.

OK, this should be tell-tale sign of a very worn clutch. Are there any early warning signs?

[blue2000s]

Originally Posted by rickhuizinga

OK, this should be tell-tale sign of a very worn clutch. Are there any early warning signs?

The clutch gets harder to push. But there's no need to change it until it's slipping.