M/T - Growling Noise With Clutch Pedal Released

S-SB-0008-13

February 14, 2013

Growling Noise With Clutch Pedal Released

Service Category
Drivetrain

Section
Manual Transmission/Transaxle

Market
USA





Applicability

Introduction

Some 2011 - 2013 model year Scion tC vehicles equipped with a manual transmission may exhibit a growling or rattle noise from the transmission area when the clutch pedal is released. Changes have been made to the input shaft rear bearing. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.





Warranty Information





Parts Information





Required Tools & Equipment

Repair Procedure

1. Confirm there is a growling or rattle noise coming from the transmission a clutch pedal is fully released.

A. Is the noise coming from the transmission assembly?

^ YES - Continue to step B.

^ NO - This bulletin does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis using the applicable Repair Manual.

B. Does the noise go away when the clutch pedal is depressed?

^ YES - Continue to step 2.

^ NO - This bulletin does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis using the applicable Repair Manual.

2. Remove the clutch release cylinder then the transmission assembly.





Refer to the Technical Information System (TIS) applicable model and model year Repair Manual:





3. Disassemble the transmission assembly to access the input shaft. Refer to TIS applicable model and model year Repair Manual:

4. Disassemble the transmission input shaft.





Refer to TIS applicable model and model year Repair Manual:

5. Reassemble the input shaft with the NEW bearing.





Refer to TIS applicable model and model year Repair Manual:

6. Reassemble the transmission assembly.





Refer to TIS applicable model and model year Repair Manual:

7. Reinstall the transmission assembly.





Refer to TIS applicable model and model year Repair Manual:

8. Test drive the vehicle and confirm the noise is eliminated.

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