Clutch Pedal Inspection/Adjustment [G35M-R]

CLUTCH PEDAL INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT [G35M-R]

Clutch Pedal Height Inspection

1. Measure the distance from the center of the upper surface of the pedal pad to the floor covering.






- If the clutch pedal height is not with the specification, replace the clutch pedal.

Clutch pedal height (Reference value)
- 142.8 mm {5.622 in}

Clutch Pedal Free Play Inspection

1. Depress the clutch pedal by hand until clutch resistance is felt.






- If the clutch pedal free play is not within the specification, replace the clutch pedal.

Clutch pedal free play (Reference value)
- 15 mm {0.59 in} or less

Clutch Pedal Disengagement Point

CAUTION:
- When performing inspections, always set the wheel blocks, set the parking brake, depress the brake pedal, and then perform the inspection with the brakes in operation. Otherwise, the vehicle could lurch and cause an accident.

1. Apply the parking brake and fix the front and rear of the wheels with the wheel chocks.

2. Start the engine.

3. With the clutch pedal depressed, move the shift lever to the position just before engaging the reverse gear. (Do not shift completely to reverse position)

4. Gradually release the clutch pedal and then hold it at the point where the sound of gear-grinding begins (clutch disengagement point).

5. Measure the distances indicated as follows from the clutch disengagement point and verify that they are within the specification.






- If the measurement is not within the specification, inspect the clutch fluid level and the fluid lines for air infiltration.

Distance A, from clutch disengagement point to full stroke
- 23 mm {0.91 in} or more (Reference value)

Distance B, from clutch disengagement point to floor mat
- 64.9 mm {2.56 in} or more (Reference value)

Clutch pedal stroke
- 135 mm {5.31 in} (Reference value)