VW Polo clutch problem

2003 VOLKSWAGEN POLO
135,000 MILES
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NOVICEJOHN
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Hello, I have a 2003 VW Polo with 135k miles on the clock. Just recently the biting point is almost on the floor. When I am in traffic, the car judders slightly as if it's about to cut out. Could this be something nice and simple like a fluid or bearing thing or am I likely to be faced with a big clutch replacement bill?

Thanks,

John
Sep 11, 2012 at 8:55 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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how much free play does the pedal have??

Roy
Sep 11, 2012 at 9:24 AM
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NOVICEJOHN
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Hi Roy,

Is that before it bites? About an inch!!

John
Sep 11, 2012 at 9:36 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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no, at the top before you feel pressure

Roy
Sep 11, 2012 at 9:50 AM
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NOVICEJOHN
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oh sorry. Not much - an inch or so.
Sep 11, 2012 at 10:06 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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you may have a pressure plate issue in the clutch . the free play sounds correct.

Roy
Sep 11, 2012 at 10:12 AM
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NOVICEJOHN
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ok, thanks Roy. Yes, top of the pedal feels fine but it feels like it's at biting point when I have it in first gear with the clutch fully depressed.

I'm completely in the dark about cars - is a pressure plate issue generally a big problem or something that can be fixed relatively easily?

Cheers,

John
Sep 11, 2012 at 10:19 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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replacement of the clutch assembly. trans has to be removed to access the unit.

Roy
Sep 11, 2012 at 10:49 AM
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