996 Needs a New Clutch - 6SpeedOnline - Porsche Forum and Luxury Car Resource

Sep 10, 2012 | 08:29 AM

erichporshe

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996 Needs a New Clutch

Hi Guys,

I was driving a 5th gear and tried to shift to the 6th, and it didn't engage. I stopped the car and tried a few times before I can put it in the 1st gear. Is it time for a new clutch? My only has 48K miles. Do you know how much to get a new clutch? Thank you all for all the advices

Sep 10, 2012 | 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by erichporshe

It could be but I would have it properly diagnosed before deciding whether you need a clutch, fluid change, adjustment.... Cost will vary with your area and mechanic/dealer.

Sep 10, 2012 | 06:40 PM

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48k seems a bit short. Mine went 65k

good luck JB

Sep 10, 2012 | 07:07 PM

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Seems like it. In SoCal it is going to cost between $1400 to $1900.

Sep 10, 2012 | 10:19 PM

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Sounds like a clutch adjustment to me. FYI, having driven sticks for the past 40 years, I always go to 2nd gear before 1st gear. Makes for a smoother 1 gear engagement. Good luck.