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Mk 8 1.6 Tdci Clutch/gearbox Issue? Engine Cuts Out When Clutch Not Engaged

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Good Morning

New user seeking help!

I've got a 2011 1.6 Fiesta TDCI, which has got around 48k on the clock. I'm the sole owner of it.

Recently (last fortnight) the engine has been getting slightly noisy (mild laboured sound) whenever the clutch is not pressed in, be it neutral or geared. I spoke to some mechanics who said it sounded like the clutch was on its way out.

Two dayts ago whilst driving, for the first time I had difficulty in shifting between gears. Shortly after this whilst still driving, there was a loud almost grinding/rattling noise (coming from the front of the car) and the car stuck in gear completely. It was drifted to a stop where I managed to get it into neutral (some effort was required to do this), and was then relayed to a mechanic.

The relay and mechanic were of the same opinion, the clutch had gone. This was then replaced.

The car now will not start unless the clutch is engaged, but will then cut out as soon as the clutch is released with the same grinding/rattling sound.

I'm hoping someone can tell me what they think it may be? It has been suggested that it may very well be the gearbox. Kinda irritating as I don't thrash the car about at all and obviously not the cheapest of fixes. That said before I commit to replacing it, I wondered if anyone has any experience of similar problems with this? Any advice, guidance or pointers are welcome.

Thanks in advance....

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