Is the release bearing defective? Continuing to drive is not a good idea! Recognizing a release bearing defect is actually not that difficult. Typically, this defect makes noises due to metal parts rubbing against each other that are hard to ignore. So if the release bearing is defective, sign 1 is usually the typical grinding or rattling. If you carry on driving despite the release bearing being defective, this may result in damage to the release bearings or, in the worst case, to the clutch itself. While we're on the subject of noises: maybe it's time for new brake pads and brake discs? Then take a look at this tutorial: • 1 Series BMW f20 brake pads and discs ... Do you need a new release bearing? Then click into the shop: https://bit.ly/3xvJXj4 Would you rather read everything again? Then click on the relevant blog article: https://bit.ly/3aP2jUC ▬ Contents ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 0:00 Introduction 0:53 Remove battery 1:49 Remove air filter box 3:10 Remove battery retaining plate 3: 45 Remove shift line 5:00 Remove slave cylinder 5:22 Remove starter 6:13 Remove drive shaft 6:51 Remove wheel housing 7:03 Remove drive shaft 8:56 Remove starter 9:59 Remove support bearing 10:57 Remove second drive shaft 11:33 Lower engine bridge 12:27 Remove gearbox ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ To the Schrauber TV channel: / @schrauber_tv Subscribe to our newsletter here: https://bit.ly/35n9zoy You can find all the products used in our videos in the ATP online shop: https://www.atp-autoteile.de Welcome to the ATP Autoteile YouTube channel! Here you will find helpful instructions as well as lots of tips and tricks for car repair and maintenance. You will also find all the products you need for your car here. We would be very happy if you subscribe to the channel, because from now on there will be a new video every Thursday at 6 p.m.! --------- Take a look here too: Instagram: / atpautoteil. . Facebook: / atpautoteile Blog: https://www.atp-autoteile.de/blog/ Disclaimer This video is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee a specific result. ATP assumes no liability for the accuracy, completeness or quality of the information provided in the video provided. In order to obtain an optimal result, we expressly recommend that installation be carried out exclusively by qualified specialists and not by the buyer themselves. This video only contains tips and recommendations that can be used to assist with car repairs or the replacement of parts. ATP expressly assumes no liability for any damage, injury or other property damage that occurs when carrying out repairs or replacing spare parts that is due to incorrect use or misinterpretation of the information presented here. The user is personally liable for the incorrect use of accessories, tools or car parts, especially if this use poses a risk of any kind.