Cause
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Action
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DEFINITION: The clutch pedal may feel spongy, or it requires very
little effort to operate.
Review
Symptoms - Clutch and perform the necessary inspections.
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Air in the hydraulic system
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Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to
Hydraulic Clutch System Bleeding .
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Master cylinder fluid level low
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1. |
Inspect for leakage in the clutch master cylinder,
hose connections, and the clutch actuator. |
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2. |
Repair or replace any faulty components. |
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Incomplete pedal return
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1. |
Inspect the pedal for full return. |
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2. |
Clear any obstacles that may interfere with the
pedal operation. |
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Clutch incorrectly installed
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Remove the clutch and install it correctly. Refer to
Clutch Pressure and Driven Plate Replacement .
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Clutch mounting bolts loose or broken
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1. |
Remove the broken bolts. |
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Clutch actuator cylinder worn or damaged
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Replace the release bearing. Refer to
Clutch Actuator Cylinder Replacement .
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Contaminated hydraulic fluid
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1. |
Inspect the clutch hydraulic fluid for
contamination of water. |
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2. |
Inspect the reservoir cap for being faulty if
water is present. |
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3. |
Inspect the clutch hydraulic fluid for dirt or
debris. |
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4. |
Inspect the clutch hydraulic fluid for
contamination of mineral oil. If contaminated, replace the clutch
master cylinder and the clutch actuator cylinder. Refer to and .
Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement |
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