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JK Super Freak
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From: Mentor, OH
Saying all of that, it wasn't getting married to a non-manual transmission driver that made me go auto, it was how subjective clutch repairs are. Sticks shifts are fun to drive, but I question whether I will ever buy one as a DD.
Sorry to continue this thread high jack.
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JK Newbie
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From: Chicago, IL
That's still pretty vague. But...maybe that's exactly how it happened. It doesn't sound like you were doing anything wrong at the time, although putting it into 1st at 15mph does accelerate wear on the syncros. Is it wrong? Not really, but there are ways to be easier on the transmission. I doubt that was the cause of failure.
So what exactly did Chrysler say failed, and what do they propose needs to be replaced?
If they're saying it's your clutch, that's pretty tough to argue. Driving is so subjective, and someone who says they "drive conservatively" really might be hell on wheels (not saying you are). I've seen people who hold their car on a hill by slipping the clutch, waiting for a light to turn green. Some people engage the clutch with the engine revved up to 1800-2000rpm. Some people slip the clutch real hard when downshifting, and they feel these things are perfectly normal. To them, it's normal, they're not driving aggressively or speeding, but they're really accelerating wear on the clutch and they might not know it.
Unfortunately, according to the terms of the warranty, Chrysler doesn't owe to replace something like the clutch. If they do, it's going to be really tough to prove it. It's like that with any automaker, unfortunately.
So what exactly did Chrysler say failed, and what do they propose needs to be replaced?
If they're saying it's your clutch, that's pretty tough to argue. Driving is so subjective, and someone who says they "drive conservatively" really might be hell on wheels (not saying you are). I've seen people who hold their car on a hill by slipping the clutch, waiting for a light to turn green. Some people engage the clutch with the engine revved up to 1800-2000rpm. Some people slip the clutch real hard when downshifting, and they feel these things are perfectly normal. To them, it's normal, they're not driving aggressively or speeding, but they're really accelerating wear on the clutch and they might not know it.
Unfortunately, according to the terms of the warranty, Chrysler doesn't owe to replace something like the clutch. If they do, it's going to be really tough to prove it. It's like that with any automaker, unfortunately.
I have 32's (not big tires) I wouldnt think it would make a difference since 1st gear can get you up to 35-40 mph (depending on elevation and how rich the air is with oxygen) While I tend to shift out of first at around 10 mph. I never let the clutch fly out unless im shifting up above 2nd gear with higher rpms.
They told me it was a combination of my clutch pad and my pressure plate. I was told I needed my pressure plate refinished and my clutch was damaged due to excessive heat. I shelled out $1700 for a full repair of my transmission. What I am pissed about now is that the dealership (Colorado Chrysler Jeep of Aurora) didnt top up my fluids or fix my door. There was a broken clip that causes my window to rattle in the door. I was told my clutch pad had a blueish tint which is indicative of heat failure. I however agree with many who posted on this thread. Transmission repairs are subjective, it makes me sad that manual drivers get treated this way.