[Dave92N54]

This is definitely a new one for me.

I have a DKM Stage 3 organic clutch in my 335i. Installed January 2024.

Recently, it has been squealing when the clutch bites. It will only do it if I engage it somewhat quickly, if I engage a bit more slow and gentle there is no noise. This noise will also occur on gear changes if I am doing so quickly, like when at WOT for example.

At first I thought it was the belt slipping somehow and swapped the belt and tensioner but no luck.

I am not inclinded to believe it’s the throwout bearing as I can sit with the clutch pedal depressed all day and not have a single noise, it is only when engaging the clutch and it squeals right when it bites.

I have read this can be normal for some twin disk ceramic clutches, but this kit was organic, and has never made this noise until recently.

Any ideas?