For 1990-2009 cars

Probable Cause | Action
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One or both of the clutch master cylinder hoses are blocked or crimped. |

1. Inspect the clutch master cylinder hoses for blockage, crimps or damage.
2. Replace the clutch master cylinder as necessary.

Refer to Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement .

The clutch master cylinder or actuator cylinder is binding. |

1. Inspect the operation of the clutch master cylinder and actuator cylinder.
2. Replace the master cylinder or actuator cylinder, if necessary.

• | For the clutch master cylinder replacement procedure, refer to Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement .

• | For the actuator cylinder replacement procedure, refer to Clutch Actuator Cylinder Replacement .

There is dirt on the inside diameter of the release bearing. |

1. Clean the inside diameter of the release bearing and inspect for scoring.
2. Lubricate or replace the release bearing as necessary.

Refer to Release Bearing Replacement .

The release bearing is binding on the actuator cylinder quill. |

1. Inspect the release bearing and the quill of the actuator cylinder for scoring or a lack of lubrication.
2. Replace or lubricate components as necessary.

• | For the release bearing replacement procedure, refer to Release Bearing Replacement .

• | For the actuator cylinder replacement procedure, refer to Clutch Actuator Cylinder Replacement .

The clutch pressure plate is worn or damaged. |

1. Inspect the operation and condition of the clutch pressure plate.
2. Replace the clutch pressure plate, if necessary.

Refer to Clutch Pressure Plate and Clutch Driven Plate .