Clutch Does Not Disengage

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Chevrolet Spark. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Cause	Actions
WARNING: For vehicles equipped with push button start in which a clutch malfunction is suspected, always sit in the driver's seat and firmly apply the brake before starting the vehicle. Do not press the "start" button for any reason from outside the vehicle. A vehicle with a malfunctioning clutch could immediately move when started, which could cause personal injury or property damage. DEFINITION: When the pedal is pressed to the floor, the shift lever does not move freely in and out of reverse gear.
Damaged clutch disc	Replace the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Pressure and Driven Plate Replacement .
Clutch disc hub binding on the input shaft splines	Replace the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Pressure and Driven Plate Replacement .
Warped or bent clutch disc	Replace the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Pressure and Driven Plate Replacement .
Pedal blocked from full travel	Inspect for obstacles that will prevent the pedal from going to the floor. Clear any obstacles from under the pedal area, such as floor mats or interior panels.
Too much travel between pedal and hydraulic clutch master cylinder	Inspect the pedal for worn bushings. Replace the pedal bushings if worn.
Hydraulic clutch master cylinder seized or binding	Inspect the master cylinder for the piston being able to move freely and full range of travel. Replace the clutch master cylinder as required. Refer to Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement (Left Hand Drive) Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement (Right Hand Drive) .
Air in the clutch hydraulic system	Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch System Bleeding .
Hydraulic clutch actuator cylinder seized or binding	Inspect the clutch actuator piston for moving freely. Replace the clutch actuator cylinder if the piston is binding. Refer to Clutch Actuator Cylinder Replacement .
Hydraulic clutch master cylinder leaking internally	Inspect for proper pedal reserve. Let up halfway on pedal. Apply the pedal a few times. Inspect to ensure there is still the proper pedal reserve. Replace the clutch master cylinder if it will not hold pedal reserve. Refer to Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement (Left Hand Drive) Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement (Right Hand Drive) .