2005 Chevy Cobalt Clutch and Gears

2005 CHEVROLET COBALT
80,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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LAURYN1014
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I just had my entire clutch replaced last year. Just today I tried to put it in reverse and could not get it at all, the car kept drifting forward. My clutch is not slipping at all, however it smells as if it is burning up, and I am unable to accelerate. Any ideas??
May 19, 2009 at 11:38 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Yes clutch disc is slipping that's the smell and why you can't go.
May 19, 2009 at 11:59 AM
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