G/box: 70 Manual: - Suspected Clutch Release Bearing

bunnysquasher · Mar 3rd, 2008, 16:26

A few months ago, probably about the time that the weather got colder my car started to develop a strange noise.

When I go to pull away I get a screech / groan kind of noise. This noise only happens when pulling away slowly and it is literally as the clutch starts to engage. I can record the noise to mp3 and upload it if anyone thinks that would help (suggestions of where to upload an audio file to would be appreciated)

I have looked through previous posts about the subject and suspect it to be the clutch release bearing. Does this sound right to those of you that are more mechanically minded?

If so what are your opinions on:
1 waiting till it goes? - what are the potential problems that this could cause?
2 Relpacing it along with the clutch and probably a couple other bits whilst there? - Please don't say do this, I might cry!
3 Trying to lubricate it through the grommet that the hydraulic pipe goes through? - Clifford Pope aparently has had luck with this, but on a 240 http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showth...clutch+bearing

I have a '99 S70 NA B5254S M56 Gearbox. I have one of these new fangled clutch slave cylinders and release bearings all in one.

Thanks to anyone that got to the end of this epic post, I would really appreciate your opinions and suggestions.

Kyle

robbyc · Mar 3rd, 2008, 18:00

My 850 has the same thing, I havent bothered with it cos she still drives fine, my clutch has 141k on it so im just waiting for the whole thing to go eventually. Personally I wouldn't bother aslong as it still works ok, but then I have a miserable public sector salary and the cars only worth about 500 quid, lol

Warm Regards
Rob

bunnysquasher · Mar 3rd, 2008, 18:18

Cheers for the advise Rob, how long has yours been making a noise for and is it getting any worse? Incedentially mine passed 141,000 yesterday!

Anyone else got any thoughts?

Thanks again,

Kyle

zaskar · Mar 3rd, 2008, 18:58

Does your car sit around unused for lengths of time? 'Cos its maybe just the friction plate making the noise which usually can be cured by slipping the clutch a bit to take the shine off it.

Its very difficult to describe noises. I work in a dealership and its so funny how customers like to describe noises! Like 'i have a bobbling noise'!! Anyway hope its nothing serious

Big Will · Mar 4th, 2008, 03:35

Agree that it's very tough to diagnose noises over the internet lol. However, given what you've said, I suspect that one of the springs on the clutch plate has broken as opposed to a worn out release bearing (though at your mileage it is probably nearing its end as well if it's the original). As long as the clutch isn't slipping and you don't mind the noise it should operate normally with the broken spring.

ShadeTek · Mar 4th, 2008, 13:29

I and a friend had this noise. Both vansihed when the clutch and release bearing were replaced.

robbyc · Mar 4th, 2008, 18:35

Ive done about 10k in the car and the noise and feel has always been the same, so ive lived with it, its only really noticeable when its cold, she makes plenty of other interesting noises anyway, lol, The previous owner was a really relaxed driver, so im hoping its gonna last me for a fair bit.

Regards
Rob

ocean238 · Mar 5th, 2008, 00:14

yup, i have used the car for a year and 4 months now with that noise (since i bought it), i have done about 30000 miles. touch wood it doesn't fall apart tmr!

donal · Mar 5th, 2008, 09:17

I have done 20k on mine since I got it, and that same noise has been there. Think its release bearing. Also done 141k.

bunnysquasher · Mar 5th, 2008, 15:41

Thanks soo much for the replies. I've only just had time to read them as i've been a bit busy at work and tinternet at home is almost useless.

Maybe this noise should be renamed the 141k squeel!

ocean 238 - I like the sound of it still continuing for 30k with me doing nothing

hope i am as lucky as you.

zaskar - The car is driven at least 30 miles per day 7 days per week, but I have been very gentle to my clutch as i know it is old and I really cant be bothered to change it and don't want to pay someone else to do it. would this make the plates "shiney"?

I know it's almost impossible to diagnose the noise without hearing it, but i intend to post it for anyone to have a listen, just got to figure out how to do that first.

Thanks again, It's so nice to have a group of people as friendly and helpful as you guys for opinions and suggestions.

Mar 3rd, 2008, 16:26	#1
bunnysquasher 3rd Volvo and counting Last Online: Nov 22nd, 2023 16:23 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dorking	Suspected Clutch Release Bearing A few months ago, probably about the time that the weather got colder my car started to develop a strange noise. When I go to pull away I get a screech / groan kind of noise. This noise only happens when pulling away slowly and it is literally as the clutch starts to engage. I can record the noise to mp3 and upload it if anyone thinks that would help (suggestions of where to upload an audio file to would be appreciated) I have looked through previous posts about the subject and suspect it to be the clutch release bearing. Does this sound right to those of you that are more mechanically minded? If so what are your opinions on: 1 waiting till it goes? - what are the potential problems that this could cause? 2 Relpacing it along with the clutch and probably a couple other bits whilst there? - Please don't say do this, I might cry! 3 Trying to lubricate it through the grommet that the hydraulic pipe goes through? - Clifford Pope aparently has had luck with this, but on a 240 http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showth...clutch+bearing I have a '99 S70 NA B5254S M56 Gearbox. I have one of these new fangled clutch slave cylinders and release bearings all in one. Thanks to anyone that got to the end of this epic post, I would really appreciate your opinions and suggestions. Kyle

Mar 3rd, 2008, 18:00	#2
robbyc Junior Member Last Online: Aug 6th, 2012 12:33 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Kenilworth	My 850 has the same thing, I havent bothered with it cos she still drives fine, my clutch has 141k on it so im just waiting for the whole thing to go eventually. Personally I wouldn't bother aslong as it still works ok, but then I have a miserable public sector salary and the cars only worth about 500 quid, lol Warm Regards Rob __________________ Only 21, but fell in love with volvos when I bought my T4, now have bought an 850 aswell, cant get enough.

Mar 4th, 2008, 13:29	#6
ShadeTek Premier Member Last Online: Apr 20th, 2024 19:38 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Renfrewshire View Photos By: ShadeTek	I and a friend had this noise. Both vansihed when the clutch and release bearing were replaced. __________________ Tek-Emo Villis Emo Bis V70 SE NAV 1.6 D2 2015MY POWERSHIFT, D4162T, 93000miles, RED. /VOL FCR/PEPER OBD2/Acron 9135 OBD2/L.E.D Flasher/VDASH/ANCEL BA301/Topdon Top Scan

Mar 4th, 2008, 18:35	#7
robbyc Junior Member Last Online: Aug 6th, 2012 12:33 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Kenilworth	Ive done about 10k in the car and the noise and feel has always been the same, so ive lived with it, its only really noticeable when its cold, she makes plenty of other interesting noises anyway, lol, The previous owner was a really relaxed driver, so im hoping its gonna last me for a fair bit. Regards Rob __________________ Only 21, but fell in love with volvos when I bought my T4, now have bought an 850 aswell, cant get enough.

Mar 5th, 2008, 00:14	#8
ocean238 Senior Member Last Online: Aug 15th, 2011 23:17 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Stockholm, Sweden	yup, i have used the car for a year and 4 months now with that noise (since i bought it), i have done about 30000 miles. touch wood it doesn't fall apart tmr! __________________ No longer own a Volvo. ex: C70 2.4T 2000 ex: S70 2.5 10V 1997

Mar 3rd, 2008, 18:18	#3
bunnysquasher 3rd Volvo and counting Last Online: Nov 22nd, 2023 16:23 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dorking	Cheers for the advise Rob, how long has yours been making a noise for and is it getting any worse? Incedentially mine passed 141,000 yesterday! Anyone else got any thoughts? Thanks again, Kyle

Mar 3rd, 2008, 18:58	#4
zaskar Member Last Online: Sep 22nd, 2009 18:06 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: york	Does your car sit around unused for lengths of time? 'Cos its maybe just the friction plate making the noise which usually can be cured by slipping the clutch a bit to take the shine off it. Its very difficult to describe noises. I work in a dealership and its so funny how customers like to describe noises! Like 'i have a bobbling noise'!! Anyway hope its nothing serious

Mar 4th, 2008, 03:35	#5
Big Will Junior Member Last Online: May 3rd, 2016 12:53 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Berlin	Agree that it's very tough to diagnose noises over the internet lol. However, given what you've said, I suspect that one of the springs on the clutch plate has broken as opposed to a worn out release bearing (though at your mileage it is probably nearing its end as well if it's the original). As long as the clutch isn't slipping and you don't mind the noise it should operate normally with the broken spring.

Mar 5th, 2008, 09:17	#9
donal Member Last Online: Jan 4th, 2013 12:56 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Athlone Town, Ireland	I have done 20k on mine since I got it, and that same noise has been there. Think its release bearing. Also done 141k. __________________ 1995 850 estate; 2.0 126bhp; 161,000 miles

Mar 5th, 2008, 15:41	#10
bunnysquasher 3rd Volvo and counting Last Online: Nov 22nd, 2023 16:23 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dorking	Thanks soo much for the replies. I've only just had time to read them as i've been a bit busy at work and tinternet at home is almost useless. Maybe this noise should be renamed the 141k squeel! ocean 238 - I like the sound of it still continuing for 30k with me doing nothing hope i am as lucky as you. zaskar - The car is driven at least 30 miles per day 7 days per week, but I have been very gentle to my clutch as i know it is old and I really cant be bothered to change it and don't want to pay someone else to do it. would this make the plates "shiney"? I know it's almost impossible to diagnose the noise without hearing it, but i intend to post it for anyone to have a listen, just got to figure out how to do that first. Thanks again, It's so nice to have a group of people as friendly and helpful as you guys for opinions and suggestions.

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