M/T - Clutch Pedal Slow To Return To Upper Position

Date: October 30, 2008

Order No.: P-B-29.10/03

Supersedes:

Group: 29

SUBJECT:

Model 171.454/456/458

Model 204.054

Clutch Pedal Sluggish to React

If you receive customer reports in the above model vehicles that the clutch pedal feels sluggish or slow to return to the upper position, the cause may be the hydraulic line connection to the clutch release bearing. To resolve, replace the hydraulic line (Figure 1, 6) per the steps below.





1. Raise vehicle on lift.

2. Disconnect hose connector by floor pan and release retainer clip at transmission end (Figure 2, 1) to remove hose. Install in reverse order.





NOTE:
Observe brake fluid notes as per WIS AH42.50-P-0001-01A when replacing line.

3. Bleed clutch operating system. Refer to WIS document AR25.20-P-0070V (171) or AR25.20-PP0070CW (204).

4. Check for leaks and proper clutch operation.





Parts Information

NOTE:
The following allowable labor operations should be used when submitting a warranty claim for this repair. This information has been generated on October 30, 2008. Please refer to Netstar -> Star TekInfo -> Star Time for the most current labor time allowance.





In Case of Warranty

Operation: Engine compartment panel, bottom - rear part, R&R (61-1072)

Clutch hydraulic hose, replace (29-0000 Clutch release mechanism, bleed air from system (29-1010)