Engine revs but the car doesn't pick up speed (manual)?

Q: Engine revs but the car doesn't pick up speed (manual)?

Usually: Worn clutch (manual cars). If the engine revs up but the car doesn't pick up speed, or the clutch bites right at the top, the clutch disc is worn. Parts: Clutch kit (manual).

Usually: Worn clutch (manual cars).

If the engine revs up but the car doesn't pick up speed, or the clutch bites right at the top, the clutch disc is worn.

The parts that fix it

Clutch kit (manual)

Disc, pressure plate and bearing that connect engine to gearbox.

Signs it's worn: Engine revs but the car doesn't speed up, pedal feels high or soft.

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