1998 Ford Mustang clutch is blown and car wont start.
CASTERSEN
MEMBER
1998 FORD MUSTANG
V8
2WD
MANUAL
84,000 MILES
I have a 98 Svt Cobra.I blew my clutch on the freeway cause I pushed the car a little to hard. I dropped my clutch from 5th to 3 gear doing 85 to 95 mph. It shifted in gear smoothly but a minute or two later my clutch started smoking and was driving low speed with high RPMs. I drove it a few blocks and parked it.I tried starting it later and it wouldnt start. I hear something spinning when I put the clutch down and turn the key. But the engine wont start. The car seems to be stuck in neutral.Is this a transmittion problem? Or a simple blown starter? or safety clutch switch gone bad.I dont no much about transmittions or clutches. I would just like to know what to expect before I bring my car to the shop.This is my first manual transmittion and I never blown a clutch before. I would apreciate it if someone would enlighten me on this matter. Thank you
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Monday, August 24th, 2009 AT 12:53 AM
1 Reply
RASMATAZ
MECHANIC
75,992 POSTS
You probably blew the clutch but as for it not starting-the engine will start without a transmission
If you're trying to put it into gear while engine is running and unable to-the clutch is gone