1974 Volkswagen Beetle Clutch or Transmission

Tiny
SHELBUBBA
  • MEMBER
  • 1974 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
Transmission problem
1974 Volkswagen Beetle 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual

Do I have a problem with my clutch or transmission? When trying to back up, I have to "ride the clutch" to keep the car from bucking and stalling. Going forward is fine. I have no problem shifting into any gear. Just doesn't want to go backwards.
Thanks, Linda
Thursday, August 5th, 2010 AT 9:59 PM

1 Reply

Tiny
MHPAUTOS
  • MECHANIC
  • 31,937 POSTS
I would be looking at the brakes, as if the clutch was worn, you would get the problem in forward as well, I am not dismissing a transmission problem but a trans will normally not show these characteristic if it is faulty, a broken brake spring can cause the brakes to grab in reverse under some circumstances.

Mark (mhpautos)
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Friday, August 6th, 2010 AT 4:48 AM

Please login or register to post a reply.

Sponsored links