I've got a 1995 Maxima SE. Last month I had a new clutch put in. Now the acceleration stinks. With the old clutch the acceleration was immediate. Now the engine winds up to get going. It's not nearly as fast as it was just last month. I took it back to the dealer, they said there is no problem with the clutch. They said the clutch may have less asbestos than the original clutch. But that is the only difference. Any suggestions?

 

A good test for a slipping clutch is to travel on a level road at 50 mph in 5th gear. Floor the gas pedal. If the engine rpm increases quickly but the vehicle speed does not, you have a slipping clutch. The sensation is similar to spinning your wheels on an icy roadway.

If your new clutch is slipping the dealer should fix it. If it is not slipping the performance problem is an engine problem.