M/T Clutch - Difficult Operation
SI No. 410-1976PI No. 4198 Grupp 4 D 3.0
Date June 1998
Distr. all
Binding clutch cable
Cars affected
LHD cars with manual gearbox M94-97
Background
In some cars, the clutch cable may bind which results in problems when operating the clutch. In case of customer complaints, the following should be done.
Parts required
49 01 724 Clutch cable 4-cyl
49 01 732 Clutch cable V6
87 81 718 Silicone grease (one package sufficient for 5 cars)
Return of material in stock
Return P/N 4490 181 and 44 90 199 to your servicing PDC by June 15, 1998.
Procedure
1 Remove the clutch cable, see Service Manual 4:1. Manual transmission, Clutch operation, clutch wire dismantling/assembly.
2 Lubricate the clutch cable mountings by the clutch pedal and clutch arm with silicone grease 87 81 718.
3 Fit the new clutch cable, see 4. Power transmission, Manual gearbox, Clutch cable, Adjustment/replacement.
Important:
The adjusting mechanism must be completely pressed in towards the firewall for the adjustment to function.
4 Check that the bracket is centered on the sleeve and that the sleeve is fitted according to the measurement in the illustration. Tighten the bracket to the body.
5 Check that there is a free play in the clutch pedal.
6 Check that the clutch cable follows the upper curve (6A) if the clutch is new. There is a need for some excess, since the cable casing is stretched when the clutch is worn and the adjusting mechanism will compensate for this. When the clutch is worn, the cable will follow the lower curve (6B).
7 Make sure that the clutch cable has a smooth routing without any kinks or sharp bends.
Warranty/Time Information
Object code: 41281
Fault/Reason code: 23
Location code: 9
Warranty type (US): 01
Repair/Action code: 01
Labor Operation (US): 41281
Time: 0.7