Soft Clutch Pedal?
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Soft Clutch Pedal?
This is basically my second manual car and I'm not very familiar with clutch problems. I just got it and the pedal seems very soft to me compared to my GTO. The clutch has to be good because it still pulls fine if I put in 5th at a very low speed. Someone here told me something about a clutch spring replacement? Any enlightenment is GREATLY appreciated. Thanks guys!
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This is basically my second manual car and I'm not very familiar with clutch problems. I just got it and the pedal seems very soft to me compared to my GTO. The clutch has to be good because it still pulls fine if I put in 5th at a very low speed. Someone here told me something about a clutch spring replacement? Any enlightenment is GREATLY appreciated. Thanks guys!
There is suppose to be a spring under the dash that is attached to the clutch pedal, check to see if it is in place.
Also check your fluid level and color. If your fluid is dirty do the "Ranger" service on it.
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Chevy dealer - parts department .... or on-line at either
http://www.gmpartsdirect.com
http://www.gmpartshouse.com
The clutch pedal return spring is part number 12555205
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Actually the clutch pedal spring is NOT a return spring but an assist spring. I don't have a pic right now, but you can't miss it. get upside down and look at your pedal, there should be a torsion spring attached to the pedal!
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pretty sure thats the spring i found on my floor last night when i took the car out.......no wonder why the clutch got harder to press down and why my foot was like jello when i got out..lol.....looks like i got yet ANOTHER part to buy..lol....
