Clutch cable - renewal

Clutch / Clutch cable - renewal

Removal
1 The clutch cable self-adjusting mechanism is located within the cable and automatically adjusts the free play to cater for cable stretch and wear of the clutch friction linings.

2 To remove the cable, first fully depress the clutch pedal several times.

3 Pull the release arm on the transmission away from the cable in order to compress the adjustment mechanism, then hold the end fitting and disconnect it from the release lever (see illustration).

2.3 Disconnect the clutch cable end fitting from the release lever (arrowed)

4 Prise the rubber grommet from the bracket on the transmission, then disconnect the cable from the pedal and withdraw it from the steering gear housing (see illustration).

2.4 Pulling the clutch cable through the hole in the steering gear

Refitting
5 Refitting is a reversal of removal, but note the following points:
a) Make sure the flats on the cable are located correctly on the steering gear housing.

b) Grease the cable attachment point on the pedal, but do not grease the cable before fitting it to the steering gear housing, as there is a danger of grease blocking the breather vent.

c) Check that the clutch operates correctly: depress the pedal several times, then pull the release lever approximately 10 mm away from the cable to check that it is free.