What happens if your clutch cable breaks?
If for any reason the clutch cable snaps or breaks, the clutch pedal will become disconnected from the clutch linkage, and as a result will have little to no resistance when the pedal is depressed. This will obviously result in a vehicle that cannot shift into gear and will be undrivable.
Why would my clutch cable snap?
A failing clutch cable usually means it is under too much pressure and will eventually snap. Hard clutch pedal – Your clutch pedal may feel jammed, stuck or difficult to move. This will make it difficult to change gears. Continuing to apply pressure to the clutch pedal may cause the clutch cable to snap entirely.
Can a clutch snap?
While drag might have expensive causes, it is possible that the clutch fault is caused by the operating mechanism. A clutch cable can also snap without warning, rendering the pedal useless. As the clutch kit relies on friction to work, it does wear out gradually and so an adjuster is provided in many vehicles.
What should I do if my clutch cable is undamaged?
If the cable is undamaged, it may simply require lubricating. You can sometimes oil the cable while it is in the car, but to do a really good job you need to remove the cable first. Pour oil into the funnel and leave it to drain down. What you lubricate the cable with depends on what type of inner cable is fitted.
What is a cable clutch?
A clutch cable is the steel braided cable found on manual transmission vehicles that connects the transmission clutch linkage to the clutch pedal mechanism. When the pedal is depressed, the clutch cable pulls on the clutch linkage to disengage the clutch so that the transmission can be safely shifted.
What happens when the clutch cable breaks on a car?
If for any reason the clutch cable snaps or breaks, the clutch pedal will become disconnected from the clutch linkage, and as a result will have little to no resistance when the pedal is depressed.
What happens when a clutch pedal is stuck?
A jammed or stuck cable will not be able to move when the pedal is depressed and will result in a pedal that resists depression when stepped on. Continuing to try and step on a pedal that has resistance may cause the cable to break, which will result in an inoperable clutch pedal. 3. Clutch pedal sinks to the floor