Section 494 (Clutch): Linkage: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Slave Cylinder

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1 - CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER

NOTE: The clutch master cylinder, slave cylinder and connecting line are serviced as an assembly only. The linkage components cannot be overhauled or serviced separately. The cylinders and connecting line are sealed units.

With vehicle in neutral, position vehicle on hoist.
Remove slave cylinder (1) from clutch housing. See Fig 1.
Disengage clutch fluid line from body clips, if applicable.

Lower vehicle.

Fig 2: Clutch Pedal

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1 - CYLINDER

2 - ACTUATOR SHAFT

3 - PEDAL PIN

4 - ACTUATOR EYE

5 - CONNECTOR

Tighten clutch master cylinder (1) reservoir cap to avoid spilling fluid.
Remove clutch master cylinder attaching nuts.
Disengage clutch master cylinder actuator (4) from pivot pin (3) on pedal arm.
Disconnect clutch interlock safety switch wires (5). See Fig 2.
Remove clutch hydraulic linkage through engine compartment.