Clutch Pedal Assembly: Service and Repair
CLUTCH PEDALREMOVAL
2.0L-Equipped Models
1. Remove instrument panel left lower sound insulator.
2. Using suitable pliers, remove clutch pedal return spring (Fig. 11).
3. Remove clutch upstop spacer retainer clip from pedal pin (Fig. 11). Remove cable/spacer from pedal.
4. Remove clutch pedal pivot shaft and nut.
5. Remove clutch pedal assembly (Fig. 12). Inspect bushings for excessive wear and replace as necessary.
2.7L-Equipped Models
1. Remove instrument panel left lower sound insulator.
2. Remove clutch master cylinder pushrod from clutch pedal pin. Inspect plastic retainer. If plastic retainer is damaged/broken in any way, it MUST be replaced.
3. Remove clutch pedal pivot shaft and nut.
4. Remove clutch pedal assembly (Fig. 13). Inspect bushings and replace as necessary.
INSTALLATION
2.0L-Equipped Models
1. Install clutch pedal assembly into position.
2. Install pivot shaft and nut as shown in (Fig. 12) and torque to 31 Nm (23 ft. lbs.) torque.
3. Install clutch cable/upstop spacer to clutch pedal pin (Fig. 11). An audible "click" should be heard. Verify upstop spacer retainer is intact and secures spacer.
4. Install clutch pedal return spring (Fig. 11). Install to pedal blade first, then slip into position at pedal bracket using suitable pliers.
5. Verify proper clutch pedal operation, as well as proper interlock switch contact.
6. Install instrument panel left lower sound insulator.
2.7L-Equipped Models
1. Install clutch pedal assembly into position.
2. Install pivot shaft and nut as shown in (Fig. 13) and torque to 34 Nm (25 ft. lbs.).
3. Install clutch master cylinder pushrod. An audible "click" should be heard. Verify plastic retainer is intact and secures pushrod. If retainer is damaged, it MUST be replaced.
4. Verify proper clutch pedal operation, as well as proper interlock switch contact.
5. Install instrument panel left lower sound insulator.