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Discussion in 'General Motoring' started by rynniki, May 1, 2005.

  1. rynniki

    rynniki Guest

    Hey i was wondering what could cause a clutch pedal to squeek sometimes,its
    not the clutch squeeking its the pedal. i know brake pedals do it to
    sometimes
     
    rynniki, May 1, 2005
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  2. Usually it is the pivot bushing at the top of the pedal, but it can be the
    pushrod connection point if it's a hydraulic clutch. The usual fix is about
    the same either way - a shot of silicone spray on the pivot bushing and the
    pushrod or cable attachment point. Purists will want to disassemble the
    thing and put heavier grease in it, but that's a lot of work as opposed to
    squirting it when it starts squeaking. Cable ends usually don't squeak, but
    if they start binding the cable will flex until it breaks. Better to squirt
    it while in there. It's a simple (even if not very comfortable) DIY job.
    Like other squeaks where there should be quiet movement, it's best not to
    put it off forever to prevent unnecessary wear which can make it harder to
    quiet down.

    Mike
     
    Michael Pardee, May 1, 2005
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  3. rynniki

    rynniki Guest

    so its really not serious. how do you do this can i do it myself.
     
    rynniki, May 1, 2005
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  4. rynniki

    Keith J Guest

    yes, you can easily do it if you can handle sitting on the ground and
    contort yourself to see up under the dash. Place a towel on the carpet
    under the pedal. Use "WD-40" or similar and spray the pivot where the
    clutch pedal connects to the arm bar. Also engage the clutch and spray the
    pivot point. Then press the clutch a few more times to really work in the
    spray.

    Heck, while down there, may as well get the other two pedals.

    If you have some light oil, put some on the pivot points of your doors. Be
    careful, the doors will be "free swingers" for a long time afterwards.
     
    Keith J, May 2, 2005
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  5. rynniki

    rynniki Guest

    thanks. the only thing i am worried about is i can hear it outside of the
    car, is that still normal.
     
    rynniki, May 2, 2005
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  6. rynniki

    Keith J Guest

    oh, that is a bit different. Not being able to hear it, it will be tough to
    tell if it is serious or not. Some possible related clutch noises heard
    from the outside.
    - synchros in the transmission are adjusting
    - exhaust flange has torque to it and causes rubbing when gears engage.

    does the noise only happen when the gear is engaging or even when idle? or
    when the vehicle is turned off?

    I am far from an expert, but have experienced these in my life.
    -keith
     
    Keith J, May 7, 2005
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