1997 Pontiac Firebird Clutch Slips

Suggested Repair

If the clutch is bad, replace the disc, pressure plate, and throwout bearing, and resurface the flywheel if possible. Also check the transmission output shaft seal and rear main engine seal for oil leaks.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1997 Pontiac Firebird with 140,000 miles says the clutch was replaced less than a year ago, but the engine revs without proper acceleration, especially uphill, and asks whether only the plates can be replaced. The expert recommends replacing the disc, pressure plate, and throwout bearing, resurfacing the flywheel if possible, and checking the output shaft and rear main seals for oil leaks.