Why is the clutch pedal not coming back?

Why is the clutch pedal not coming back?

Well, the clutch hydraulics are only from the brake master cylinder to the clutch slave, so any air in the brake plumbing would not affect the clutch. Also, I just changed the clutch slave cylinder and bled the system then. It seems to be an internal leak in the master cylinder.

How does the clutch pedal work on a Stick Shift Car?

by John Cook. On a manual or stick shift car the clutch is what allows you to change gear. It is connected to a pedal on the floor by either a cable or a hydraulic link. The cable and the hydraulic link provide the auto-return so that after you press the pedal it comes back to its proper position and the clutch re-engages.

How does the clutch work on a manual car?

On a manual or stick shift car the clutch is what allows you to change gear. It is connected to a pedal on the floor by either a cable or a hydraulic link. The cable and the hydraulic link provide the auto-return so that after you press the pedal it comes back to its proper position and the clutch re-engages.

Where is the clip on the clutch pedal?

There is a white clip attached to the end of the clutch push-rod. This clip is supposed to sit inside a welded pocket on the side of the clutch pedal. I betcha the teeny little spot-weld that holds that pocket in place has broken, and the white piece has pushed right through the pocket in the pedal along with the push-rod.

What does it mean when your clutch pedal is on the floor?

Clutch pedals that go from the rest position to full engagement, but stay on the floor and don’t spring back up, indicate a problem. There are four components that can cause the clutch pedal go all the way to the floor: Warning: Do not attempt to start the engine and drive the vehicle with the clutch pedal stuck all the way to the floor.

How to troubleshoot a clutch that won’t fully disengage?

Step 1: Collect all tools and your creeper and place them out of the way. Step 2: Raise the vehicle. Using a floor jack that is recommended for the weight of the vehicle, lift under the vehicle at its specified jacking points until the wheels are completely off the ground. Step 3: Remove the jack stands and keep them far away from the vehicle.

What should I do if my clutch fork is not engaged?

Use your flashlight to look up in the clutch area to see the position of the fork. If the fork is all the way engaged but the slave cylinder or cable is not engaged, then the clutch release bearing has failed or the clutch fork has broke.

Where are the jacks for the clutch stands?

For most modern cars, the jacking points for jack stands will be on the pinch weld just under the doors along the bottom of the car. Step 1: Put on your safety glasses, grab your flashlight, and grab your creeper. Go under the vehicle and check the condition of the clutch cable or hydraulic lines. Make sure that the cable is tight.

Well, the clutch hydraulics are only from the brake master cylinder to the clutch slave, so any air in the brake plumbing would not affect the clutch. Also, I just changed the clutch slave cylinder and bled the system then. It seems to be an internal leak in the master cylinder.

There is a white clip attached to the end of the clutch push-rod. This clip is supposed to sit inside a welded pocket on the side of the clutch pedal. I betcha the teeny little spot-weld that holds that pocket in place has broken, and the white piece has pushed right through the pocket in the pedal along with the push-rod.

Is there a vacuum at the clutch master cylinder?

For one, theres not vacuum at the clutch master cylinder. (doh) Also, I can reproduce the problem by holding the clutch at 1/2 way with engine either running, or stopped. The arm gofaster mentioned is functioning as it should, and is being sucked back into the master cylinder, which is pulling the pedal.

On a manual or stick shift car the clutch is what allows you to change gear. It is connected to a pedal on the floor by either a cable or a hydraulic link. The cable and the hydraulic link provide the auto-return so that after you press the pedal it comes back to its proper position and the clutch re-engages.

by John Cook. On a manual or stick shift car the clutch is what allows you to change gear. It is connected to a pedal on the floor by either a cable or a hydraulic link. The cable and the hydraulic link provide the auto-return so that after you press the pedal it comes back to its proper position and the clutch re-engages.