Clutch Problems..

[aquiring93]

My clutch has recently started to engage/disengage very close to the floor which makes it difficult at times to get into first and second. I was wondering how to adjust the clutch. I would appreciate y'alls input. :wrench:

[tbrand]

Have you checked the level of fluid in your clutch master cylinder? If that's low, it can foul things up.

[fiatslug87]

There is no adjustment for the hydraulic clutch. Check for leaks and make sure the line is in good shape.

[aquiring93]

where do I check the fluid level?

[tbrand]

Under the hood, on the firewall, on the driver's side is the clutch master cylinder. Make sure that's full of brake fluid. It's next to the brake master cylinder.

[aquiring93]

Got it. I thought that might be it, but I wasn't for sure. Turns out it is low...hopefully filling it back up does the trick.

[tbrand]

It's possible air got into the system, in which case you'd need to bleed it. Not difficult - just find the bleeder valve under the truck, hook up some tubing into a container with ~2 inches of brake fluid in it. Have a friend pump the clutch 10 or 15 times and then hold it while you crack the valve and let the old fluid out, then tighten. Repeat until clutch is firm. If the clutch won't firm up, you've got a leak.

[aquiring93]

Topped off the fluid and everything is back to normal. Couldn't find any leaks. Any ideas as to why the level dropped in the first place? :dunno:

[tbrand]

If the fluid is low, it's getting out somewhere. Either your cap wasn't tightened down, or you have a leak somewhere. It could be a very small, one-drop-at-a-time leak that you'd never notice, especially if your truck has an underside coated with oil, like mine.

 

Double check your fuse panel - if that is wet at all, there's a good chance you've got a CMC leak.