M/T - Clutch Fluid Leaks/Incomplete Release: Overview

90ford23 Article No. 90-16-7
^ CRACKS - DASH (ENGINE COMPARTMENT BULKHEAD) - CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER AREA - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 6/15/90

^ CLUTCH - HIGH EFFORT - DASH CRACKED IN CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER AREA - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 6/15/90
LIGHT TRUCK: 1984-90 BRONCO, F-150, F-250, F-350 1988-90 F SUPER DUTY



ISSUE: Incomplete clutch release and/or hydraulic fluid leaking into the cab from the clutch master cylinder may be caused by the reinforcement plate on the clutch master cylinder separating from the dash panel. The separation of the reinforcement plate reduces the clutch master cylinder pushrod travel. Reinforcement plate separation can also cause deflection of the clutch master cylinder that results in a misalignment of the pushrod to the clutch master cylinder. Misalignment causes the "O" ring in front of the secondary seal to leak hydraulic fluid.

ACTION: Inspect the truck and, if necessary, use the following service procedure to install a reinforcement kit.