Clutch Stutter
#16
Ok, I don't have a P5, but I'm considering buying one.
Do you find that this to be a big issue with these cars? I've heard about this problem from a friend of mine, but he's kind of a jackass, and didn't really believe him.
Any other problems that are noteworthy?
Thanks in advance.
Do you find that this to be a big issue with these cars? I've heard about this problem from a friend of mine, but he's kind of a jackass, and didn't really believe him.
Any other problems that are noteworthy?
Thanks in advance.
#17
Originally posted by Timbuck1
Ok, I don't have a P5, but I'm considering buying one.
Do you find that this to be a big issue with these cars? I've heard about this problem from a friend of mine, but he's kind of a jackass, and didn't really believe him.
Any other problems that are noteworthy?
Thanks in advance.
Ok, I don't have a P5, but I'm considering buying one.
Do you find that this to be a big issue with these cars? I've heard about this problem from a friend of mine, but he's kind of a jackass, and didn't really believe him.
Any other problems that are noteworthy?
Thanks in advance.
Stocker.
#18
******* Clutch
This also happens to my car in the same way stocker's does.(2 stop sings 100 feet from my house) I let my car warm up in the morning most of the times but it happens randomly cold or warm. Wonder what Mazda has to say about it.
#19
I had the same problem with the cltch skipping. After a few tries at the dealer, we were stumped. After some investagative surgery the dealer just replaced the clutch plate and flywheel.
Now it seems to be work as planned.
Now it seems to be work as planned.
#20
Originally posted by big_ben
I have the same problem in the morning's. I think it is a problem with the synchro's. When I was in an autox, my MP3 kept poppong out og gear in the corners. I still kicked *** though! Now I have almost 200hp from my turbo and it slips like crazy now.
I have the same problem in the morning's. I think it is a problem with the synchro's. When I was in an autox, my MP3 kept poppong out og gear in the corners. I still kicked *** though! Now I have almost 200hp from my turbo and it slips like crazy now.
#21
Originally posted by motorhead16v4
Man, our trannies really suck, don't they? Not engaging in gear, synchros not synchronizing, falling out of gear...hmmm.
Man, our trannies really suck, don't they? Not engaging in gear, synchros not synchronizing, falling out of gear...hmmm.
BTW my clutch just started doing this stutter thing a couple weeks back. I agree with Stocker, if it stays minimal I'll live with for a while, if it gets worse, hello warranty.
#22
I have this problem with my 02 ES. It only happens when I first start to drive in the morning or after awhile of not driving. I just figured the clutch had to warm up a little first because isn't the clutch like a brakepad? Maybe my understanding is wrong, but after a few shifts , it's warmed up enough to work well.
-Jon
-Jon
#23
Clutch Stutter
This happens to my p5 every morning if I don't let it warm up for about 5 mins. If I'm in a hurry, I'll just wind up, then let out the clutch. After the car warms up, goes into 1st gear w/o stutter virtually every time. Sounds like alot of people are noticing the same problem. My dealer requested the car be left overnight, so their mechanic could duplicate it. Gonna take it in soon.
#24
I noticed this problem too, but I found my fix. Get the FRONT eurethane engine mount (rear would make it way too harsh and not worth the install time). Once I put it on, all the chatter went away. I do think its a clutch problem, but the engine mount seem to deaden the effect. The only downfall is that there is more vibration.
#25
Originally posted by DaleK
The motor mounts are really soft in our cars, but the effect of that is different than the clutch chatter. I have the chatter too when the car is cold (fairly intermittently, but it happens at least a couple times a week). As stocker said, you will know it.
I am expecting to get my clutch replaced in about 3 weeks. At Northill they said they have 'only' had 3 P5s so far that they have done the clutch on it. Others have said that this problem exists with certain model year miatas too.
Azrakain was the one who said he got his flywheel replaced for hotspots which caused the problem (that makes sense to me). Northill said they will replace the clutch, and machine the flywheel, and replace the flywheel also if it is no good.
Anyone who has this issue, report it to your dealer and work with them on a solution. Clutch chatter is not normal.
The motor mounts are really soft in our cars, but the effect of that is different than the clutch chatter. I have the chatter too when the car is cold (fairly intermittently, but it happens at least a couple times a week). As stocker said, you will know it.
I am expecting to get my clutch replaced in about 3 weeks. At Northill they said they have 'only' had 3 P5s so far that they have done the clutch on it. Others have said that this problem exists with certain model year miatas too.
Azrakain was the one who said he got his flywheel replaced for hotspots which caused the problem (that makes sense to me). Northill said they will replace the clutch, and machine the flywheel, and replace the flywheel also if it is no good.
Anyone who has this issue, report it to your dealer and work with them on a solution. Clutch chatter is not normal.
Dale.
#28
About the motor mounts..
I just recently replaced my motor mounts with urethane ones. ( I thought it was clutch chatter but it was the mounts) The problem was instantly eliminated. I would strongly recommend replacing the stock pieces with more rigid ones if you are running an aftermarket intake system - The brake master cylinder likes to dent and possibly punch holes in the intake tube. I went through two different intakes before i figured this out. Now if I can only handle the constant vibration that the motor mounts cause. My car now feels like a 70's muscle car.
P.S. Running urethane engine mounts w/ a lightened flywheel AND a beefier clutch is NOT recommended for daily drivers. Keep the stock clutch. Trust me, I know.
P.S. Running urethane engine mounts w/ a lightened flywheel AND a beefier clutch is NOT recommended for daily drivers. Keep the stock clutch. Trust me, I know.
#29
Originally posted by TheMAN
There's a TSB on the clutch chatter. You can find it in the FAQ.
There's a TSB on the clutch chatter. You can find it in the FAQ.
I printed the list of the TSBs on the FAQ page and plan to take it in to show them. Do you know if the id numbers that are part of the TSB title are the ones they use in the dealers?... so I can tell them to look it up by the number if necessary.
Also, where do you get all this great info from are you a mazda tech or something?
#30
I brought my P5 in to the Mazda dealer, they kept the car overnight, tested for clutch stutter the next morning, they were able to duplicate the problem. They found the service bulletin and replaced 3 parts - clutch disc, fly wheel and housing. The car no longer stutters at anytime, smooth engagement now. Covered under warranty - even the loaner car, its a beautiful thing.
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