Clutch squeak, grind, groan TSB released.

[Stang70Fastback]

So I had mine replaced quite a few months ago, but now it begs the question of whether the replacement I got was just another "defective" part that will go bad again. Like, are they only just now installing "upgraded" parts when you have it fixed?

[Kicker18]

Originally Posted by Stang70Fastback

So I had mine replaced quite a few months ago, but now it begs the question of whether the replacement I got was just another "defective" part that will go bad again. Like, are they only just now installing "upgraded" parts when you have it fixed?

I did mine through my dealership a month ago, so I'm getting it "parts warrantied". I also had the older part number.


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[Da Brz]

Who rides around resting their foot on the clutch?

[Shark_Bait88]

Perfect for us MY 2013 folks who are out of warranty now. -_-

[Stang70Fastback]

Originally Posted by Kicker18

I did mine through my dealership a month ago, so I'm getting it "parts warrantied". I also had the older part number.

Can you elaborate on what this means? Are you getting your "replacement parts" replaced with the NEW replacement parts? Mine was done summer of last year.

[Kicker18]

Originally Posted by Stang70Fastback

Can you elaborate on what this means? Are you getting your "replacement parts" replaced with the NEW replacement parts? Mine was done summer of last year.

Yea it means Toyota is footing the bill for my replacement parts and compensating me for a portion of the labor time. You should call your dealer and see if they will do the same!


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[Ragin Gti]

Originally Posted by Ethereal05

Interesting. I am certain it is coming from the bell housing but I'll have them replace the pedal assembly first and if it continues move on to this. Thanks. Would you happen to have the TSB number for the pedal assembly creak?

The pedal creaking sound(different than the rotational bearing noise) TSB # is 12-215-17.


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[quackman]

I've had the pedal squeaking sound (usually happens but will sometimes go away based on maybe temperature/humidity?) for at least a few months now.... along with another issue I can't seem to find talked about on this forum:

When I start my car when it's cold (e-brake on always when starting) and let off the clutch pedal in neutral (foot off brake) my car shudders/judders trying to go forward the slightest bit... but won't bc of the handbrake. it's not even close to violent and a passenger wouldn't notice unless I point it out in advance, but I do when I start my car to go to and leave work.

Anyone know if this is possibly related or should I make a new thread?
I brought my car to the dealership for the 45k mile service a couple weeks ago and mentioned the squeaky pedal and judder when letting out the clutch after starting. They said it'd be a few hundred dollars just to open up the car to determine the cause and only then see if it's covered under powertrain warranty.... if it's NOT and it's what they think it is, replacing the clutch, they say it would cost me $1,700. rip off or should one of these TSB be covering me?

Thanks

[nyfries]

I have the very very annoying squeak in the clutch pedal when i depress it but none of the throwout bearing sound. I know what a bad bearing sounds like i also own some old hondas =p

Will i be able to get the squeak fix? I'm in canada btw

[Da Brz]

Originally Posted by quackman

I've had the pedal squeaking sound (usually happens but will sometimes go away based on maybe temperature/humidity?) for at least a few months now.... along with another issue I can't seem to find talked about on this forum:

When I start my car when it's cold (e-brake on always when starting) and let off the clutch pedal in neutral (foot off brake) my car shudders/judders trying to go forward the slightest bit... but won't bc of the handbrake. it's not even close to violent and a passenger wouldn't notice unless I point it out in advance, but I do when I start my car to go to and leave work.

Anyone know if this is possibly related or should I make a new thread?
I brought my car to the dealership for the 45k mile service a couple weeks ago and mentioned the squeaky pedal and judder when letting out the clutch after starting. They said it'd be a few hundred dollars just to open up the car to determine the cause and only then see if it's covered under powertrain warranty.... if it's NOT and it's what they think it is, replacing the clutch, they say it would cost me $1,700. rip off or should one of these TSB be covering me?

Thanks

I can't answer your question, but I'm getting kind of sick and tired of Subaru/Toyota customer service on these cars.

I've taken mine to the dealership a couple times with some specific issues for them to look into for me and they refuse to even start the car up and listen to it or drive it around the block. "No CEL, no issue" they say. I know for a fact that's bullshit.

I'd gladly offer them to hold on to my car for a week if they needed to, to figure it out or catch it acting up.

I'm sure they cover more than they deny but it's still frustrating to see so many people denied, ignored, or helped entirely too late as is the case with the TSB.

[SillySaxon]

Sounds like horsecrap to me that they're saying it's due to resting on the clutch. Most of my 60K miles are highway and I rest my foot on the foot rest, never on the clutch. Sounds more like it's overheating because the part has tolerance issues and shitty lubricant

[Kicker18]

Originally Posted by SillySaxon

Sounds like horsecrap to me that they're saying it's due to resting on the clutch. Most of my 60K miles are highway and I rest my foot on the foot rest, never on the clutch. Sounds more like it's overheating because the part has tolerance issues and shitty lubricant

That's exactly the issue. The vast majority of owners aren't complete imbeciles and don't rest their foot on anything other than the footrest. This is just a BS way for Toyota/Subaru to void warranty claims and skirt responsibility.


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[DaBoBo21]

Originally Posted by Ragin Gti

Subaru TSB 03-77-17, dated 1/3/17, for a "rotational sound from clutch release bearing". New TOB part # 30502AA150. Covers '13-'17 BRZ. New bearing installed in cars from VIN H*600825 and up.


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Having this done on my BRZ next Monday. The Tech who was working on my car today said this isn't due to the driver. He said it varies with each car, but the bearing just gets dry. That it can happen 2k miles in, or 60k miles in. Each one is different. He also said that there was a TSB released for this on the WRX as well. Take that how you will, but I will be receiving the updated unit. Tech said it's about a 5-6 hour job, FYI.

[fang_gt86]

I'm at 56k now and the "faint honk", "crickets" and "rubber ducky" are all present..