Neon L4-2.0L SOHC (1995)
Clutch Cable: All Technical Service Bulletins
Clutch Pedal - Squeak/Creak/Chirp Noises
NO: 06-02-94
GROUP: Clutch
EFFECTIVE DATE: Sep. 2, 1994
SUBJECT:
Noise When Operating Clutch Pedal
MODELS:
1995
(PL)
Neon
(FJ)
Talon (Non Turbo Equipped)
NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A MANUAL TRANSAXLE.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
There are two possible noise sources that may be encountered while operating the clutch pedal.
1.
Squeak/creak sound heard when the clutch pedal is about half way through full pedal application or travel. This sound can be heard during apply
or release of the clutch pedal, and is most noticeable when the vehicle is stationary and is at normal operating temperature.
2.
Neon Only - Squeak/chirp sound heard when the clutch pedal is initially engaged or at the top of pedal travel. This sound is not heard on pedal
release, and is not sensitive to vehicle operating temperatures.
DIAGNOSIS:
CONDITION 1:
Start with a fully warmed up vehicle. With the engine off, from inside the vehicle, depress the clutch pedal about half way through its full travel and
listen for a squeak/creak sound coming from the area of the clutch housing (center of the front floor area under the dash). The sound can be confirmed by
raising the hood and listening in the area of the clutch housing throwout lever.
CONDITION 2 - Neon Only
Depress the clutch pedal through the first 2 inches of travel. The squeak/chirp sound will be heard coming from the top of the clutch pedal pivot under
the dash. The sound will only be heard on the pedal application and not on pedal release.
Perform the appropriate repair for the specific condition encountered.
PARTS REQUIRED: (Condition 1)
1
4796664
Throwout Lever and Pivot Package
1995 Neon
1
4796665
Throwout Lever and Pivot Package
1995 Talon - Non Turbo
AR
4318063
Mopar Multi-Purpose Grease
AR
4318031
Mopar Lock N' Seal
PARTS REQUIRED: (Condition 2 - Neon Only)
1
4670400
Cable Assembly - Clutch Release
TOOLS REQUIRED: (Condition 1)
Slide Hammer
Miller Tool # C-3752
Pivot Remover/Installer Tool
Miller Tool # 6891
REPAIR PROCEDURE: (Condition 1)
This procedures involves removing the transaxle assembly to replace the clutch throwout lever and pivot.
1.
Neon - Following the procedure outlined on Pages 21-7 and 21-8 in the 1995 Neon Service Manual (Publication No. 81-270-5025), remove the
