Clutch issue!
 

My clutch just suddenly lost all pressure

does this mean my clutch is done?

I don't think I can drive it normally at this point

More than likely CSC (Concentric Slave Cylinder) failure, Clutch should be fine

Yep sounds like the CSC

thank you

I just searched it and found the sticky....

all these mods are useless with a broken csc... :mad:

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thanks for the support as always kenchan :icon17:

just called the stealership and they said they couldn't tell if it was a CSC failure issue until they diagnosed the car...guess I'm taking it to them since they said it might be covered under warranty...

Now i need to take the front bumper off so the tow truck can get my car onto the bed...

I have a CPA exam tomorrow morning @8am...the timing couldn't be any worse

:icon17: yah, dat sucks. :mad: how much clutch fluid in your reservoir?

Which section are you taking? I'm scheduled for Reg the 14th next month.

You should be able to just bolt in the hook and a few boards will get you there, I've had to have my Z flatbeded a few times, and that's all we've ever had to do.

Oh and if you have warranty left then yes it should be covered.

but he has an amuse body kit and all...

stupid question... where can I locate it?
I couldn't find it

and also when I went to the car to check the fluid level, this is what I saw....

I'm assuming the cap at the top right corner belongs to brake fluid reservoir...

the cap was off and it was place on the windshield and the hood closed...

last time this hood was opened was when the dealership had it last month....

Could I have been driving over a month with the cap off like that?

wft?

edit: that's the clutch fluid reservoir smh.....

I've closed it but the level is very low

Would filling this up fix the issue?

edit: that's the clutch fluid reservoir smh.....

I've closed it but the level is very low

Would filling this up fix the issue?


I would top it off with brake fluid, close the top, let the car run and see if the pressure builds back up. If the clutch pedal comes back to normal and after driving the car, the fluid goes back down....it's your CSC. If your fluid does not leak and stays at the appropriate level then your problem my have been just the loss of fluid. Keep a check on the fluid level, as this will give you an answer to your problem. In the event you have to replace the CSC, I would not recommend going back to a stock one, as they have a short life span and will fail again! 50,000 miles and on my third one! This part is an on-going problem with standard transmissions and has been since 05 and the 350z. You may want to research the aftermarket CSC's, as they seem more durable than the stock ones!

I would be very surprised if your warranty covers it, as if it does, you are one of the few people, that Nissan has decided to cover it! Just, FYI

I would put money on it being your CSC. Even if your fluid level isn't dropping, the seals on the CSC could still be compromised and letting air get into the system. It's a common problem.

Don't get another OEM CSC if you can avoid it. There are several aftermarket ones available (check Z1 and ZSpeed). Make sure you also replace the CMC at the same time.

thanks fellas

I've tried tipping off the fluids but did not work

guess I'm off the to dealership

wish me luck and I'll try to see if the dealership can get an aftermarket CSC

Since I see you have a Platinum Graphite, I assume it is out of warranty. Or do you have an extended warranty? If it's not under warranty, I recommend you try to find a high quality performance shop to do the work. Consider yourself lucky if the dealer agrees to install an aftermarket part. It's not totally unheard of, just extremely rare. If it's under warranty, your best bet may be to eat the cost of the aftermarket part of your choice ($300ish vs $100ish for OEM CSC) and get the dealer to do the labor under warranty. If you're really lucky, you might even get them to reimburse you the cost of an OEM CSC to offset your costs a bit. Don't hold your breath.

I will reiterate the CMC replacement. If you don't replace it, the chances are high that it will fail soon. They are prone to failure as well. Although it is not a labor-intensive install like the CSC.

Welcome to the club. It is exclusive. You know, only we get that sunken feeling that comes with that sunken clutch pedal.

I would change the fluid at the very least, even if the clutch does come back, that's some dirty crap in there.

I've started changing my clutch and brake fluid once a year under the assumption that the more dirty crap in the fluid, the more likely it is to get past the seals in the crappy OEM CMC or CSC. Its an easy DIY and only costs ~$50US for enough Motul RBF600 fluid for both systems.

audit... wish me luck lol

Those are serious tests. Good luck man :tiphat:

fixed lol :tup:

Thank you
I'm using Becker also and this would be my last exam left
and yes you're right about those big firms lol

Awesome! Good brother. You can do it man. Give me an update how it goes.

Just wondering do you have any audit background? I'm in tax so I'm going to do the other three first leaving the hardest one to me last so I have more time to study.

No audit background
I hate audit lol

:tup: i feel the same! Kill it mang!

What dealership are you taking too? Most won't do aftermarket, also post feedback in the warranty results

Thanks! same to you

Metro nissan

They're supposed to call me tomorrow morning to confirm the issue
I'll ask them about the aftermarket parts and if they say no then I guess
I'm :icon23:ed out lol

I'll provide an update tomorrow

Add a quick check to every other week or so prior to leaving.

Check your oil level, pop the section where the clutch reservoir, glance over the other fluids...

Atleast you will notice when things change with regular checks and can help reduce the chance of surprises.

Alternative dealerships: Duarte and Fontana Nissan will.

Ok an update
Dealer just called me and said they need new cylinder, replace the clutch, and might need new flywheel. Quoted me $3500....
And to no one's surprise it wont be covered under warranty.
Taking it to another local shop and hoping the flywheel doesn't need to be changed sigh
Still gonna cost me around $1500 assuming flywheel si fine

Can anyone recommend a good aftermarket flywheel?
The stock costs $1000 which im not willing to pay for

Sorry to hear that bro. Check this thread out for some info what you may need
http://www.the370z.com/engine-drivet...-csc-work.html

Damn no wonder dealers are such a rip off, sooo much for the shittiest crap on the market OEM. U can get twin OS Giken for that price + hd csc. Really 3.5k for stock garbage, really?

Update:

Spoke to the dept manager and he told me that it was the worst case scenario
And they won't know for sure if the clutch & flywheel are indeed damaged
At this point only thing they are sure of is that CSC did fail
And needs to be replaced
Going to my shop to get a new estimate monday morning

zspeedperformance is what i have no issues so far, close to 1,000 miles

Ye that dealer is jerking u off.

Call up Joe@ZSpeed and tell him your needs. He will hook you up with the best product for you at a great price :tup:

So if you are taking it to another shop, then I am assuming they didn't even remove the transmission? So how the hell would they know you need a new flywheel and clutch. I'm not sure about our stock flywheel, but most can be turned, just like a rotor. Same old story... csc goes bad, and instead of replacing a 100 dollar part the dealer tries to make you buy all new clutch components.

So true. That's what I said.

But he said they're trained to tell customers the worst case scenario :icon14:

I was like whatever

They were charging me $2400 to replace the CSC and some other related components :shakes head:

If you must take it to a dealership, I would have Fontana Nissan do it ... from personal experience, I would not take it to any other Nissan Dealer. Also, while pulling the trans out, you can upgrade a few things, which other Dealerships won't do most likely.

They r smoking that crack yo.:icon14: