Did I burn up the clutch?

2008 CHEVROLET COBALT
120,143 MILES • 2.2L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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AZDANNO04
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While driving I was shifting gears, but I noticed the smell of when I was pressing to much of the gas but then I wasn't getting any grab of the gears and I'm pretty sure I burnt the clutch out. This my first five speed.
Oct 26, 2021 at 12:56 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

Yes, it definitely sounds like you burned up the clutch.

It will have to be replaced.

I attached a YouTube video for you to view of removing the transmission to access the clutch.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nr-sGylv3ts

Roy
Oct 26, 2021 at 2:46 PM
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AZDANNO04
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Still need a bit more details on removing the transmission. I have checked to make sure no bolts are still in and disconnected wiring.
Nov 15, 2021 at 4:32 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Where are you at this point?

Can you post some pictures?

Roy
Nov 15, 2021 at 4:42 AM
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