Are frequent clutch and gearbox problems in Changan Kalam a sign of poor transmission durability in Pakistani conditions?

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Are frequent clutch and gearbox problems in Changan Kalam a sign of poor transmission durability in Pakistani conditions?

Users from commercial sectors report hard gear shifts and clutch wear. Is this caused by overloaded driving o r low-grade clutch components?

Lubaba asked on 18 Jun 2025 15:07:22 pm

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Car Mechanic Expert - on 18 Jun 2025 15:28:55 pm

Yes. The clutch system and gearbox in the Kalam are designed more for light-duty city use. In Pakistan, especially in commercial o r cargo use:

Overloading the vehicle wears out the clutch plate and pressure plate faster.

The gearbox suffers from hard shifts due to low-quality synchronizers o r gear oil that deteriorates quickly in heat and dust.
So, these issues are often due to misuse beyond the design limits and lower-grade transmission components.