I understand that some people on here have had problems with their C5 HDI clutch pressure plates.
What are the symptoms?
My C5 has started slipping in higher gears, but only when accelerating hard around 55 to 65 mph. The revs rise to 2,500 then drop to just above 2,000 before increasing in line with road speed. Does it sound familiar?
Thanks
Ben
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Ben
I think the problems with the C5 is not the clutch itself, but rather the flywheel - this a dual mass type and has a habit of falling apart (symptoms include juddering on taking up the drive, and a squeak when starting / stopping the engine). Beware that if it fails completely it can throw half the flywheel out via the bellhousing trashing the gearbox and rad (at least!) in the process! If there's any doubt as to its integrity then you should get it changed. I can't remember what engine you've got in your C5? If the clutch is cable operated it may be possible to adjust it, or maybe fit a new cable if it's automatic adjust.
If not, it's box out time for a new clutch (and flywheel if it's DM!).....
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RichardW
Is it illogical? It must be Citroen....
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Its a 2.0 HDI 110 (With plug in box!).
Any ideas whats causing the slipping as I am 100% sure it isn't worn friction material.
I can't see clutch kits on GSF or EuroCarParts. Grrr.
Valeo now make replacement kits for cars with dual-mass flywheels. www.valeoservice.com/html/unitedkingdom/en/actuali...C
No idea how much they cost, but it says 30% cheaper, so I'll ring my local Valeo man, and the Citroen specialist and see what the figures add up to.
Still its a nice car. Any ideas how long a clutch change takes?
Ben
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