Pinpoint Test F: Hard Shifting

Manual Transaxle and Clutch







Pinpoint Tests

Pinpoint Test F: Hard Shifting

Normal Operation

Clutch pedal movement is transmitted by fluid pressure to the slave cylinder, which in turn presses the release bearing against the clutch diaphragm spring. This force causes the spring to pull the pressure plate away from the clutch disc.

The manual transaxle is controlled by a floor-mounted gearshift lever located in the floor console. Connection between the floor-mounted gearshift lever and the manual transaxle gearshift control assembly is made through 2 gearshift cables.

When the operator moves the floor-mounted gearshift lever, that movement is transmitted through 2 gearshift cables routed through the body to the transaxle. The 2 gearshift cables are attached to the transaxle at the gearshift control assembly. The gearshift control assembly transfers the movement of the gearshift cables to the shift rods and shift forks located inside the transaxle.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- Fluid level
- Clutch pressure plate
- Shift linkage



PINPOINT TEST F: HARD SHIFTING

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F1 CHECK THE FLUID LEVEL


- Ignition OFF.
- Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
- Is the fluid level within the MAX and MIN level marks?

Yes
GO to F2.

No
ADD brake fluid and CHECK for leaks in the clutch and brake systems.

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F2 CHECK THE CLUTCH PEDAL FREE PLAY


- Press the clutch pedal lightly by hand.
- Measure the distance the clutch pedal travels.
- Is the clutch pedal travel within 5-13 mm (0.20-0.51 in)?

Yes
REFER to Manual Transmission/Transaxle for transaxle or shifter concerns. Testing and Inspection

No
CHECK the clutch pressure plate for damage. REFER to Clutch Pressure Plate Check Procedures.

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