FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Removal

To tension the clutch adjustment mechanism for removal and installation, use the same retaining strap used to compress the adjustment mechanism of the new cable.

Retaining Strap:




1. Remove retaining strap from new cable by carefully cutting open the perforation.

NOTE: Avoid sharp bends in the clutch cable, as they may affect operation of the adjustment mechanism.

2. Depress the clutch pedal several times.

Clutch Cable:




3. Attach the retaining strap so that the perforation (arrow 1) is above the protective boot.
4. Compress the adjustment mechanism in the area of the protective boot.

NOTE: If the adjustment mechanism cannot be compressed, then it is defective. The clutch cable will be destroyed in the process of being removed. Refer to Clutch Cable Adjustment Mechanism for possible repair; Adjustments

Clutch Cable:




5. Hook tabs of the retaining strap on two pins (arrow 2) of adjustment mechanism.
6. Disconnect the clutch cable attachment components from the release shaft lever.
7. Remove the over-center spring. Clutch Pedal Assembly

Clutch Cable:




8. Unhook the clutch cable from the clutch pedal and remove.