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M/T - Clutch Pedal Free-Play Checking

Number
85-7-5A Date 3/85
Subject: CLUTCH PEDAL FREE-PLAY INFORMATION 1984-85 MODELS

1984 Sunbird, Phoenix and early 1985 Grand Am models, are equipped with a cable controlled clutch mechanism. Clutch pedal free-play adjustment is required every 5,000 miles or less. The clutch adjustment is performed by simply lifting up on the clutch pedal.

1984 Fiero and Firebird models, and 1985 Fiero, Firebird and Sunbird models are equipped with a hydraulic clutch and do not require a free-play adjustment. The hydraulic clutch is also scheduled for mid-year production of the 1985 Grand Am.

Clutch pedal adjustment on the 1000 model is conventional, as outlined in the Service Manual.