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Evaluation of the Clutch

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  1. Depress and release the clutch pedal slowly to check if the pedal is binding. Make sure the clutch pedal can be fully depressed and is not restricted by the floor mat. Verify that the pedal return spring is present and functions correctly.
  2. Measure the clutch reserve. With the engine idling, the parking brake on and the clutch pedal up, gently move the gearshift lever toward reverse gear until gear clash can be heard. Depress the clutch pedal slowly.
    • If the gears cease to clash (full disengage at 1 to 38.1 mm [1.5 in] from the floor), then hold the pedal at the point of disengagement and increase engine to 4,000 RPM. The clutch should remain disengaged. If the clutch remains disengaged, the clutch is OK.
    • Any concerns indicate a worn or damaged clutch. Repair as necessary.
  3. With the engine idling, move the gearshift lever into 4th gear. Increase the RPM to 2,000 and slowly release the clutch pedal.
    • If the engine stalls, the clutch is OK.
    • If the engine does not stall, the clutch is slipping. Repair as necessary.
  4. Compare the clutch evaluation results with the following table. The following list of conditions are typical faults into which clutch concerns will fall.
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