Scotty and gang: I have a 2007 Mustang GT with ~57,000 that makes a whirring noise when the clutch pedal is depressed, regardless of gear/neutral. My research has led me to believe that the throw-out bearing is going out. The clutch and clutch pedal otherwise feel fine: the pedal is smooth, and the clutch grabs consistently with no slippage, burning clutch smell, etc.
How long can can I drive around with the noisy throw-out bearing? I'm trying to avoid ripping apart the clutch assembly until I'm ready to change out the clutch/flywheel.
Thanks
~WildcatWhiz
The noise will get progressively louder before complete failure. I'd get it done as soon as possible. The flywheel doesn't need to be replaced, just resurfaced at a local machine ship unless it's cracked.
Hey Doc, thanks for the reply. I was considering swapping out the flywheel for a lighter aftermarket one, rather than resurfacing it. Still not sure if I'm going to go that route, but if I'm in there replacing the bearing, probably best to do the clutch (and maybe flywheel) too.
Yeah, I know it sucks but I'd keep an eye on the noise to see how it changes. Eventually though, you'll be walking.
would you feel safe driving if your clutch gave out?
Absolute minimum replacements parts are clutch disc, pressure plate, throw out bearing and pilot bearing. It's a lot of work and you don't want to do it over again if one of the other parts (pressure plate for example) goes South a month later.
Totally. That's why I was asking whether and how long I could put it off. It's a shame that I have to tear all of that apart when the clutch is doing fine. Stupid throw-out bearing. Ugh.