I have a '94 Jetta and am just getting used to driving stick. I find that when I shift into 3rd I am usually capable of 60km/h but at around 2800 RPMs. Is this OK or is it considered too high? I know that I should be shifting at around 3000 RPMs but I am wondering if keeping the engine at 2800 will cause any damage. Also, is there a distinct smell when the clutch is burning? The car in question is diesel and there seems to be a smell that lingers in it. I am wondering whether this is the diesel or the clutch. Thanks in advance.
2007-01-29 15:58:16 · 5 answers · asked by Kevin S 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
clutch
2007-01-29 16:01:32 · answer #1 · answered by therernonameleft 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could be the clutch,I'm not saying for sure because i am not there to smell it,but shifting at 2800 is alright,that's not going to burn a clutch out of it ,if you learned to drive in this one ,it may be clutch your smelling,most people do burn a clutch up learning to drive one ,but i really cant say on this one,it may just be the diesel,good luck.
2007-01-30 00:07:55 · answer #2 · answered by dodge man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may be your diesel fuel cuz it's diesel, but you should probably shift into 3rd at 3000 rpms or else you may have 2 replace the clutch.
2007-01-30 11:17:49 · answer #3 · answered by Starchild 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
smells like a clutch
2007-01-30 00:11:57 · answer #4 · answered by T C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say clutch. 2800 should be fine.
2007-01-30 00:24:37 · answer #5 · answered by firebirdstevev 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋