What happens when the pedal flexes on a Fiero?
Over time, the aluminum portion of the pedal will flex. The Fiero’s hydraulic clutch needs a minimum 1.15″ (slave cylinder rod must travel 1.15″ for full disengagement) of travel for full clutch disengagement. When the old pedal flexes, it will decrease your hydraulic clutch travel, which will cause hard shifting and grinding going into gears.
How big of a clutch do you need for a Fiero?
The Fiero’s hydraulic clutch needs a minimum 1.15″ (slave cylinder rod must travel 1.15″ for full disengagement) of travel for full clutch disengagement. When the old pedal flexes, it will decrease your hydraulic clutch travel, which will cause hard shifting and grinding going into gears.
Where is the pivot bolt on a Fiero?
Slide the pivot bolt out far enough to remove the clutch pedal but not far enough to remove the brake pedal. To make the job easier, find the U-shaped bracket on the left-hand side of the clutch/brake pedal assembly. Loosen, but do not remove, the two 13mm bolts connecting the bracket to the clutch/brake pedal assembly.
How do you remove the brake pedal from a Fiero?
Remove the nut from the top pivot bolt of the pedal. Slide the pivot bolt out far enough to remove the clutch pedal but not far enough to remove the brake pedal. To make the job easier, find the U-shaped bracket on the left-hand side of the clutch/brake pedal assembly.
Over time, the aluminum portion of the pedal will flex. The Fiero’s hydraulic clutch needs a minimum 1.15″ (slave cylinder rod must travel 1.15″ for full disengagement) of travel for full clutch disengagement. When the old pedal flexes, it will decrease your hydraulic clutch travel, which will cause hard shifting and grinding going into gears.
What do I need to replace my Fiero clutch pedal?
In some instances, original steel pedals can produce similar symptoms. The Fiero Store carries the all steel clutch pedal (part #66423) and the clutch pedal bushings that should also be changed during installation. You will need two pivot bushings (part #64358) when replacing your clutch pedal.
Is the Fiero store responsible for a clutch problem?
The Fiero Store is not responsible for any expenses incurred as a result of inspection or installation of any part. Please seek the help of a professional automotive technician if you feel that this may not be the job for you. The most common cause of Fiero clutch problems is the clutch pedal.
Slide the pivot bolt out far enough to remove the clutch pedal but not far enough to remove the brake pedal. To make the job easier, find the U-shaped bracket on the left-hand side of the clutch/brake pedal assembly. Loosen, but do not remove, the two 13mm bolts connecting the bracket to the clutch/brake pedal assembly.