For 1990-2009 cars

1. Inspect the clutch pedal height adjustment. Refer to Clutch Pedal Replacement .
2. Depress the clutch pedal lightly until the tension on the clutch cable can be felt.
3. Measure the clutch pedal free travel. The clutch pedal free travel should be 15 to 25 mm (0.6 to 1.1 in).

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Measure the clutch release lever free travel adjustment. The clutch release lever free travel should be 0.5 to 1.5 mm (0.02 to 0.06 inch).

If clutch pedal free travel is below specification, raise the vehicle, loosen clutch cable adjustment nut B (4) at the clutch cable bracket (2) until the clutch pedal free travel is within specification. Tighten the clutch cable adjustment nut A (3). If the clutch pedal free travel is above specification, raise the vehicle, loosen both of the clutch adjustment nuts A (3) and B (4) at the clutch cable bracket (2) and tighten the clutch cable adjustment nut A (3) until the clutch pedal free travel is within specification. Tighten the adjustment nut B (4).

Tighten
Tighten the clutch cable adjustment nuts A (3) and B (4) to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

5. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

If the clutch release lever free travel is below specification, loosen the clutch release lever adjustment nut (6) until the clutch release lever free travel is within specification. If the clutch release lever free travel is above specification, tighten the clutch release lever adjustment nut (6) until the clutch release lever free travel is within specification.

Important: Make sure the marks on the clutch release lever and the clutch release shaft are aligned with each other. If the marks are not aligned, remove the clutch release lever from the clutch release shaft, align marks and repeat free travel adjustment procedures.

6. Lower the vehicle.