Clutch problem?

Tiny
CHRISJD76
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  • 2012 VAUXHALL ASTRA
  • 1.7L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 130,000 MILES
Low gears and reverse are very stiff to select when the engine is cold. This improves after the car is up to running temp but does not completely resolve it. No obvious fluid leaks. Gear change is smooth in higher gears and clutch biting point has not changed. I was told when I bought the car that the clutch was replaced at 90,000 but I have no paperwork for this. Any advice on what could be wrong would be gratefully received.
Monday, December 12th, 2022 AT 4:54 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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It sounds like the clutch is starting to come apart and not release fully. To be sure here is a guide and a video to help confirm the issue:

https://youtu.be/EpBMj5ZY_bo

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/clutch-doesnt-work-sometimes-or-not-at-all

Please go over these guides and report back.

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Monday, December 12th, 2022 AT 11:00 AM

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