Possible CSC Failure on 2013

KramChaos · 09-26-2014, 12:33 PM

Well I was hoping that Nissan had fixed the CSC issue on the new models, but my 2013 just got towed to the dealer due to zero clutch pressure. I almost made it to the dealer,but once I got off the highway it was done. Curious what the dealership service tech will find...

Chuck33079 · 09-26-2014, 12:34 PM

Nope, it's the same part across all model years. Ask them if they'll install an aftermarket csc if you bring it to them.

1slow370 · 09-26-2014, 02:17 PM

yeah we all thought they would fix it going from the hr350z to the 370z but nope same part it's been failing for over 8 years now.

Gregor12 · 09-27-2014, 12:54 AM

Does CSC stand for clutch slave cylinder? Possibly a stupid question but ive been seeing it a lot lately and was not sure what "common failure" people were talking about

axmea? · 09-27-2014, 12:59 AM

If it is under warranty, they should repair it.

MJB · 09-27-2014, 02:01 AM

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Originally Posted by axmea?

If it is under warranty, they should repair it.

Or they'll just put in the magical "GT-R Fluid", flush the system and say its fine.

DEpointfive0 · 09-27-2014, 03:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gregor12

Does CSC stand for clutch slave cylinder? Possibly a stupid question but ive been seeing it a lot lately and was not sure what "common failure" people were talking about

Concentric Slave Cylinder

Yes, a common problem

martin82 · 09-27-2014, 04:08 AM

Make sure they replace both master and slave

KramChaos · 09-27-2014, 11:09 AM

They will be replacing the master under warranty, but not the slave since they said it looks fine. If I would have some warning signs in advance, I would have ordered an aftermarket slave and installed it at the same time...it might be a good idea to grab an aftermarket slave and stow it if you haven't had this issue yet

martin82 · 09-27-2014, 01:18 PM

They replaced my csc no questions asked. If you want just drain some fluid and keep going to dealer say fluid keeps getting low. Then demand replacement lol!

MJB · 09-27-2014, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KramChaos

They will be replacing the master under warranty, but not the slave since they said it looks fine. If I would have some warning signs in advance, I would have ordered an aftermarket slave and installed it at the same time...it might be a good idea to grab an aftermarket slave and stow it if you haven't had this issue yet

In order to do an inspection on the slave cylinder, they would have had to take the transmission out. FSM states that the CSC has to be replaced anytime the transmission is removed. Good luck with everything.

*If you had it towed to the dealer yesterday, I find it hard to believe they've dropped the transmission already. Got to love the stealership

DIGItonium · 09-27-2014, 04:08 PM

The master can be replaced without dropping the transmission. For the CSC, IIRC, there's a dust cover and one can peak inside to observe the CSC and pressure plate with a flash light.

MJB · 09-27-2014, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by DIGItonium

The master can be replaced without dropping the transmission. For the CSC, IIRC, there's a dust cover and one can peak inside to observe the CSC and pressure plate with a flash light.

Yes sir, I learned that the hard way when I took my transmission out without removing that plate and bent it all to hell. But I have know idea how you can do a thorough inspection on the csc by looking through a 2inx2in window. I guess they seen it wasn't leaking and said its good to go.

Justice97 · 09-28-2014, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by martin82

They replaced my csc no questions asked. If you want just drain some fluid and keep going to dealer say fluid keeps getting low. Then demand replacement lol!

LMAO

Where was this before my 3yr went out lol.

So far I have been lucky with CSC. I did have it drop once with just enough pressure to change gears. Was odd, It was late was on my way home. Was really going through the gears getting on freeway. Everything was fine then, it was when I exited and I was on ramp is when it felt weak. I figured it was going to go and I would call tow truck in the morning.

Looked under car next morning no oil. hmmmmm. Checked level....hmmm, Got in....hmmmm clutch has pressure.
Started..hmmmmm....reverse slid in nicely....ran through the gears. Haven't had a problem since.

MJB · 09-29-2014, 06:34 PM

Any updates?

09-26-2014, 12:33 PM	#1 (permalink)
KramChaos Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Orlando, Fl Posts: 70 Drives: 2013 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 297	Possible CSC Failure on 2013 Well I was hoping that Nissan had fixed the CSC issue on the new models, but my 2013 just got towed to the dealer due to zero clutch pressure. I almost made it to the dealer,but once I got off the highway it was done. Curious what the dealership service tech will find...

09-26-2014, 12:34 PM	#2 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29539	Nope, it's the same part across all model years. Ask them if they'll install an aftermarket csc if you bring it to them. DEpointfive0 and olddudesrule like this. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

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DIGItonium A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 3,800 Drives: 09 Z34-TT 6MT Rep Power: 42	The master can be replaced without dropping the transmission. For the CSC, IIRC, there's a dust cover and one can peak inside to observe the CSC and pressure plate with a flash light. __________________

09-27-2014, 12:54 AM	#4 (permalink)
Gregor12 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: CHARLOTTE, NC Posts: 433 Drives: 2012 370z 6mt sport Rep Power: 12	Does CSC stand for clutch slave cylinder? Possibly a stupid question but ive been seeing it a lot lately and was not sure what "common failure" people were talking about

09-27-2014, 04:08 AM	#8 (permalink)
martin82 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: los angeles Posts: 2,636 Drives: 12 Nissan 370Z MB M6 Rep Power: 20	Make sure they replace both master and slave

09-27-2014, 11:09 AM	#9 (permalink)
KramChaos Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Orlando, Fl Posts: 70 Drives: 2013 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 297	They will be replacing the master under warranty, but not the slave since they said it looks fine. If I would have some warning signs in advance, I would have ordered an aftermarket slave and installed it at the same time...it might be a good idea to grab an aftermarket slave and stow it if you haven't had this issue yet

09-27-2014, 01:18 PM	#10 (permalink)
martin82 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: los angeles Posts: 2,636 Drives: 12 Nissan 370Z MB M6 Rep Power: 20	They replaced my csc no questions asked. If you want just drain some fluid and keep going to dealer say fluid keeps getting low. Then demand replacement lol!

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MJB A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tacoma, WA Age: 41 Posts: 1,498 Drives: a POS truck Rep Power: 496	Any updates? __________________ 09 Nismo #0483 sold. Viper or C7 next time around.

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