3S-GTE JDM 3rd Gen Turbo Engine Clutch Help!!-

Bridge · 05-26-2009, 03:25 PM

I have a very unusual problem with my 91 sw20 turbo. So my mr2 instantly dies as soon as i press the clutch peddle down. I replaced both the slave and clutch master cylinders. The clutch doesnt slip and the car is still drivable as long as i keep the RPMs up when starting in first or reverse. The engineseemto run very healthy. Also from time to time the peddle will drop the the floor if i shift at higher rpms or loads. but the peddle always comes right back.

I've bled the clutch perfectly. nice new clear brake fluid and no air pockets. i know its bled 100%.

I think it might be a old wore out throw out bearing or pressure plate?

HELP!

mr2magic · 05-26-2009, 03:41 PM

Does it die straight away or over a period of time?

Bridge · 05-26-2009, 06:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mr2magic

Does it die straight away or over a period of time?

It dies straight away once i push the clutch in, in gear or neutral.

I can drive it and the clutch isnt slipping. my coolant and oil levels are good and the car has a fresh tune up with OEM parts.

I was wondering if anyone has ever had a throw out bearing sieze up on a Mr2? My only guess as to why my car dies with the clutch in is because the throw out bearing is seized or damaged and puts alot of resistance on the pressure plate when i shift.

Whats a good price range for a shop to replace the clutch on a sw20? I going to start calling around tomorrow and want a good idea of what to expect.

THANKS.

Bridge · 05-27-2009, 12:16 AM

Oops! i just realized i posted this in the wrong place. I meant to post this in the Gen2 3SGTE forum. I cant move this thread, can a mod move it for me???

mr2magic · 05-27-2009, 02:07 AM

The mr2 has a switch that checks whether the clutch is depressed before starting the engine. Check all switches and wiring to and from there. I bet you have a short or something.

Keep us informed!

presure2 · 05-28-2009, 06:09 AM

crankwalk.

MR JAS · 05-28-2009, 07:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by presure2

crankwalk.

+1
pop the sump off and check the thrust bearings

05-26-2009, 03:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
Bridge Radiofied Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lake Tapps, WA Posts: 11 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	Clutch Help!!- I have a very unusual problem with my 91 sw20 turbo. So my mr2 instantly dies as soon as i press the clutch peddle down. I replaced both the slave and clutch master cylinders. The clutch doesnt slip and the car is still drivable as long as i keep the RPMs up when starting in first or reverse. The engineseemto run very healthy. Also from time to time the peddle will drop the the floor if i shift at higher rpms or loads. but the peddle always comes right back. I've bled the clutch perfectly. nice new clear brake fluid and no air pockets. i know its bled 100%. I think it might be a old wore out throw out bearing or pressure plate? HELP!

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05-26-2009, 03:41 PM	#2 (permalink)
mr2magic deutsch type skillz Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Hannover, Germany Posts: 1,201 Thanks: 107 Thanked 53 Times in 49 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (3/100% )	Does it die straight away or over a period of time?

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Bridge Radiofied Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lake Tapps, WA Posts: 11 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	Oops! i just realized i posted this in the wrong place. I meant to post this in the Gen2 3SGTE forum. I cant move this thread, can a mod move it for me???

05-27-2009, 02:07 AM	#5 (permalink)
mr2magic deutsch type skillz Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Hannover, Germany Posts: 1,201 Thanks: 107 Thanked 53 Times in 49 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (3/100% )	The mr2 has a switch that checks whether the clutch is depressed before starting the engine. Check all switches and wiring to and from there. I bet you have a short or something. Keep us informed!

05-28-2009, 06:09 AM	#6 (permalink)
presure2 Team 5SFTE Pro Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: fall river, MA Posts: 132 Thanks: 1 Thanked 13 Times in 13 Posts iTrader Rating: (1/100% )	crankwalk.