Erratic revving in 4th/5th gear

2007 Peugeot 307 1.6 HDI S

Car: Peugeot 307
Year: 2007
Variant: 1.6 HDI S

Categories: Running Rough, Starting & Power Loss

I was recently sat on a steep slope and rather than use the foot or hand break I rode the clutch. When I got to the top and had parked, there was a disgusting smell which I believe was the clutch.

I have now noticed when driving at high speeds, usually in 4th and 5th gear, when I put my foot down the car sometimes revs erratically at about 2000 rpm. This doesn't happen all the time, has only done it a few times so far. Have I burnt out the clutch, is it slipping? Please help!

PS, apologies for posting this again - did post it a few days ago but my account got deleted and all posts removed for some reason?! Didn't get to check for replies, thanks

Problem added: Jan 18, 2010 (14 years ago)

hdi_math

Points: 6

Sounds like clutch slipping .If you sit riding clutch on hills , it's one of the quickest ways to burn out clutch . A quick road test by garage should confirm if on it's last legs.

Answered Jan 18, 2010 (14 years ago)

whittingehame

Points: 37,660

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Erratic revving in 4th/5th gear

2007 Peugeot 307 1.6 HDI S

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