Depressing Clutch pedal
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Depressing Clutch pedal
This is just a question of curiosity. Is it necessary to depress your clutch all the way down to the floor in order to change gears? I usually press it down half ways and it doesn't grind. Am i doing harm to my clutch or not? Thanks in advance.
Burning Brakes
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From: Glen Mills PA
The stock clutch pedal is set high. You do not have to press it all the way to the floor. It fully releases at about 1/3 -1/2 total pedal travel. But don't worry, you will not do any damage if you push it to the floor. Next time you are driving try lightly putting some pressure on the clutch (without shifting). You will feel it (through your foot) as it starts to disengage over the first inch or so of travel. Tom
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From: Metro Detroit Michigan
Originally Posted by tripod5
Thanks for the replies. I now feel more safe knowing that i will not burn out my clutch, by not depressing it all the way.
Why not just push it all the way down?
Drifting
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From: NY NY
Originally Posted by Warp Factor
Your clutch will be fine, but if it's not disengaged all the way, it can be extemely hard on synchros in the transmission. Replacing them isn't cheap.
Why not just push it all the way down?
Why not just push it all the way down?
Why not just push it all the way down?
