My Clutch is Slipping

Hey everyone, I haven't been on here in a while, but I thought I'd ask for some thoughts and advice.

I have a 2004 TSX with 36k miles on it. M/T w/ Navi.

Two weeks ago, all of a sudden, my clutch started acting really weird. The pedal is very loose halfway and clutch never seems to fully engage anymore.

Now, I drive fairly conservatively, and I've never had probelms with my M/T '99 Integra which was at 70k, so I don't think the clutch is worn, but the dealer is almost insisting it's the clutch without really giving my car a look and says I need to fork over $1500 to get it replaced.

However I got them to admit that they've seen no other signs of abuse on my car, and that a clutch wearing out at 36k seems really really weird for a 2004 TSX.

I'm suspecting a spring on the pressure plate gave out which is why it's not fully pushing the clutch into place? But honestly, I'm not a mechanic and I'm not going to pretend to be.

All I know is that I don't drive hard, and I don't think that a worn clutch is the problem. Or at least, my driving did not contribute to a worn clutch.

Any thoughts? It would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
- Joe

[CG04TSX6SP]

If I were you I would get second opinion, from someone other than a Acura dealer.
Is there someone else that you trust to look at the car?

That doesnt seem normal to me that your clutch would need to be replaced already. I just turned over 40k and I havent had any problems out of the clutch. Good luck and definatly get a second opinion..

[moda_way]

Originally Posted by need3d

Hey everyone, I haven't been on here in a while, but I thought I'd ask for some thoughts and advice.

I have a 2004 TSX with 36k miles on it. M/T w/ Navi.

Two weeks ago, all of a sudden, my clutch started acting really weird. The pedal is very loose halfway and clutch never seems to fully engage anymore.

Now, I drive fairly conservatively, and I've never had probelms with my M/T '99 Integra which was at 70k, so I don't think the clutch is worn, but the dealer is almost insisting it's the clutch without really giving my car a look and says I need to fork over $1500 to get it replaced.

However I got them to admit that they've seen no other signs of abuse on my car, and that a clutch wearing out at 36k seems really really weird for a 2004 TSX.

I'm suspecting a spring on the pressure plate gave out which is why it's not fully pushing the clutch into place? But honestly, I'm not a mechanic and I'm not going to pretend to be.

All I know is that I don't drive hard, and I don't think that a worn clutch is the problem. Or at least, my driving did not contribute to a worn clutch.

Any thoughts? It would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
- Joe

Mine has weakened as well... at 48k miles. I think the friction material is the problem on mine. Acura doesn't put agressive material on, but I also agree, get a second opinion. This clutch should last at least 60k if there isn't any abuse. Since it is hydrolic, could be the fluid is dirty and not working well.

[Noel]

Without opening up the clutch/transmission casing, you can't determine what is the exact problem. It could be a failed component, and within reason you might get a warranty claim to have everything replaced FOC. Consult a dealership.

[BigballinTSX]

I had a similar problem a while back, but aparently my issue was a leak in the cable that supplied fluid to my clutch's master cylinder? (i'm trying to recal what the service manager said)

had to get hte car towed to the dealer but they replaced under warranty.