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Old November 8th 08, 08:52 PM posted to rec.autos.makers.honda,uk.rec.cars.maintenance
Al Reynolds
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Default No pressure on clutch pedal - can't change gear

Hi,

I've just gone out to my 97 Honda Accord and there is no pressure on my
clutch pedal.

If I push it down, it goes all the way to the floor, and if I then lift it a
little the spring causes
it to come back up. Initially there was a little bit of pressure bringing
it back up, but now
there's none (engine off or on).

When the engine is on, I can't engage any gears, presumably because
depressing the
clutch pedal is not having the normal effect. With the engine off, I can
select any of the
gears, and if I start the car in a gear it 'jumps' which implies the clutch
*is* engaged
and the gear selection is working. I am a bit wary of doing this too much
as I don't want
to put unnecessary strain on any other components in the clutch/gearbox.

My guess is clutch master or cylinder - does that sound right? Is there
anything simpler
that could cause these symptoms? I had a full service about a month ago, so
all the
fluids should have been topped up then, and I haven't noticed any fluid
leaks on the
driveway. I'd go and check the fluids right now but it's dark and there's a
gale blowing!

As it stands I'm going to have to get it towed to the garage as I can't
drive it at the moment.

Thanks for any help anyone can offer,
Al

PS If anyone in the UK is reading, what sort of figure should I be looking
out for a new
clutch cylinder fitted at an independent mechanic?


 




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