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Default 91 SL1 new clutch - 08-29-2003 , 12:50 AM






by a neighborhood mechanic - the clutch engages about 1" from the floor -
very difficult to shift; Asked if it could be adjusted to 1/2 pedal travel -
he said he shortened the clutch fork - would get better (ha) - Any
suggestions on how to adjust the "self-adjusting" (according to the mx
manual)clutch? I'll do it myself rather than asking the mechanic
AGAIN - - -thanks



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Default Re: 91 SL1 new clutch - 08-29-2003 , 02:24 AM






This is a classic symptom of the hydraulic master/slave assembly going out.
It's around $100 from the dealer and not very difficult to change. As far
as I'm aware, the Saturn clutch has no manual adjustment capability.

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"Chuck" <uaflyer2 (AT) dslextreme (DOT) com> wrote

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by a neighborhood mechanic - the clutch engages about 1" from the floor -
very difficult to shift; Asked if it could be adjusted to 1/2 pedal
travel -
he said he shortened the clutch fork - would get better (ha) - Any
suggestions on how to adjust the "self-adjusting" (according to the mx
manual)clutch? I'll do it myself rather than asking the mechanic
AGAIN - - -thanks





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Default Re: 91 SL1 new clutch - 08-30-2003 , 09:31 AM



Same happened to mine a couple of years ago. It's usually a sign that there
is a very small seep somewhere in the hydraulics- slowly loosing some fluid.
It's classified as a 1 piece, non-repairable system. As mentioned, you
replace the entire 1 piece unit. Requires a bit of disassembly to get at the
tubes, but it's an OK DIY replacement. There are no adjustments. Just
install it and go. The longer you wait, the more likely you will get stuck
somewhere when you won't be able to release the clutch at all.

"Lane" <lane (AT) pair (DOT) com-NOSPAM> wrote

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This is a classic symptom of the hydraulic master/slave assembly going
out.
It's around $100 from the dealer and not very difficult to change. As far
as I'm aware, the Saturn clutch has no manual adjustment capability.

Lane [ l a n e @ p a i r . c o m ]
---
Visit my Saturn Car Audio and Performance Page at
http://www57.pair.com/lane



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by a neighborhood mechanic - the clutch engages about 1" from the
floor -
very difficult to shift; Asked if it could be adjusted to 1/2 pedal
travel -
he said he shortened the clutch fork - would get better (ha) - Any
suggestions on how to adjust the "self-adjusting" (according to the mx
manual)clutch? I'll do it myself rather than asking the mechanic
AGAIN - - -thanks







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