Clutch problem

[mewstar]

hi
I bought my first ever Audi last week (A3 sport 2.0 FSI, 2004 plate). Im wondering if there's a problem with the Clutch.
Basically moving off from a standing start the biting point is literally an inch from the carpet floor. is that correct?
when actually driving the clutch is spot on and gear changes a dream. it's just pulling off


please advise.

 

[FranA3]

im sure audi's have hydraulic clutch's so maybe it needs bleeding but could be a worn clutch too get it checked out by a garage doesnt have to be audi either so will save you a few ££'s

 

[mewstar]

yeh ive google'd and i too found that they are hydraulic and can't be adjusted?

i do have a 30 day warranty, but the garage is 30 miles away, and no doubt the warranty will be one of those not worth the paper it's on

 

[roman3000]

is the clutch slipping?
drive at 30mph and put it into 5 and floor it, if it slips then you know it needs replacing.

 

[paddy]

Normally a worn clutch means the pedal comes up higher. I would be thinking clutch master/slave cylinder. if you are lucky it might just want bleeding.

 

[FranA3]

thats what i would do first its cheaper that way lol

 

[mewstar]

i dont reckon it's slipping but i shall try the 30mph/5th gear tomorrow

master / slave sounds rather expensive.....?


thanks for the replies on this topic. seems a good forum

 

[mewstar]

update:
clutch not slipping

Ive rang Audi, he said same as above, if clutch was on way out the biting point would be near the brake pedal

they are gonna have a look and drive Thursday

 

[paddy]

See i "DO" know what i am talking about

 

[mewstar]

let's hope u are even more right with just needing bleeding