Clutch Pedal Return Spring Replacement

Clutch Pedal Return Spring Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the closeout/insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement - Left Side (Right Hand Drive) Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement - Left Side (Right Hand Drive)Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement - Left Side (Left Hand Drive) Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement - Left Side.





2. Disconnect the clutch master cylinder push rod from the clutch pedal pin.





3. Carefully bend the clutch spring retaining tab (1) to the side only far enough to provide clearance for clutch spring removal.





4. Remove the clutch pedal return spring from the clutch pedal assembly as follows:

1. Remove the center of the spring from the center spring bushing.

2. Remove the outer ears of the spring from the outer spring bushings.

5. Remove the clutch pedal return spring bushings from the clutch pedal assembly.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the clutch pedal return spring bushings to the clutch pedal assembly.

Important:
Correct spring orientation is critical for proper clutch pedal operation.


2. Install the clutch pedal return spring to the clutch pedal assembly as follows:

1. Insert the outer ears of the spring into the outer spring bushings.

2. While holding the clutch pedal fully depressed to the floor place the center of the spring into the center spring bushing.

3. Move the clutch pedal through the full range of motion to check for proper clutch pedal spring operation.





4. Carefully bend the clutch spring retaining tab (1) back to the original position in order to retain the clutch spring.





5. Connect the clutch master cylinder push rod to the clutch pedal pin.

6. Install the closeout/insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement - Left Side (Right Hand Drive) Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement - Left Side (Right Hand Drive)Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement - Left Side (Left Hand Drive) Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement - Left Side.