Using a system of plates, wheels and springs the clutch allows the transfer of power between the wheels and the engine to be interrupted while a gear is being changed or while the car is stationary and the engine continues to run.

If your clutch is showing any of the problems below it could mean any number of faults. Clutch problems are difficult to diagnose by symptoms alone because many issues cause the same symptoms, depending on the vehicle and type of engine.

• You notice a Burnt ‘toast' or ‘burning rubber' smell in your car, or smoke from under vehicle
• Your Vehicle is slipping out of gear for no reason
• There is jerky or sticky gear operation
• Your clutch is not disengaging fully, or your clutch is sticking or shuddering

A leak in the clutch system can cause all kinds of problems so it is very important to monitor it regularly. At Autocare Mount Gambier we check your clutch fluid, hydraulic system or clutch cables for you during our Vehicle Inspection report - which you can request as part of every car service.

The best way to deal with clutch shuddering, slipping or noise is call us at Autocare Mount Gambier today.

We also offer Clutch Services for Light to Heavy vehicles as well as buses, caravans, trailers and motorhomes. We also handle forestry and agricultural equipment, including tractors, forklifts, front end loaders, and much more.

We can perform Clutch service and repairs on most makes and models right here in our Mount Gambier workshop.