Toyota Repair: Clutch Noise, 1986 toyota tercel, toyota tercel

Question
Hi Ted,
      I own a 1986 Toyota Tercel SR-5 4WD 4 Cyl.. I don't know the cc's of the engine. Here's the problem; Whenever I put the clutch in it to put it into first gear it makes this whirring type of sound. There is no problem in shifting and when I release the clutch the noise stops. It doesn't do it in any other gear, just first. I figure it probably needs adjustment which brings me to my main question. First is my diagnosis correct? and if it is, Can I do this adjustment myself? If I can, What tools will I need and what is the proper proceedure to do it. I thank you in advance for any help you can give and I look forward to your response.

Thank You,

John Luiz, Sr.
Singmytun@Hotmail.com

Answer
Adjustment has nothing to do with noises it only determines the freeplay between the clutch release bearing and the pressure plate, this noise is probably caused by a bad release bearing, in that case the transmission has to be removed in order to replace it.