The clutch works fine when driving. It pushes down very easy like normal when starting the car. But once it is fully depressed I then have to wedge myself against the seat and continue to push with all my strength to get the engine to turn over. Now my husband has to do it because I'm not strong enough. I have looked behind the pedal and everything seems normal. Can somebody please tell me what I need to do?
2007-01-08 18:35:01 · 9 answers · asked by Hannah H 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
it could be low transmission fluid.. or a problem with the starter motor.. could also just be the clutch cable itself.. if its loosened and the clutch is worn enough then it will still work when you're driving but the car won't have enough power to turn over when you try start it... does it idle low or shake when you're stationary in gear?
2007-01-08 18:42:19 · answer #1 · answered by Tim D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a lock out switch on the clutch pedal so you can not start it with the car in gear and the clutch engaged.The switch is out of adjustment or no good .You can find the switch by following the clutch pedal up. Switch should be near the top of the pedal arm .If your good with car you should be able to adjust it yourself if not it a quick fix that your shop should do for free.Unless the switch is no good then you have to buy it
2007-01-08 18:43:39 · answer #2 · answered by Rudedude 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Its a safety feature on every modern car with manual transmission. It prevents from accidently start of engine when in gear. 1) check your clutch hydraulic reservoir see if it full; 1b) replace clutch master cylinder ( not brake, clutch has it own reservoir 1c) try to bleed the hydraulic fluid ( clutch ) when fully depressed the clutch and/or check and replace new fluids if necessary. 1d) inspect clutch pedal starter switch in some cases might worn out or just simply a quick adjustment by increasing tension from clutch pedal . 2) purchase do it yourself automotive book from auto stores of your model year.
2007-01-08 18:58:32 · answer #3 · answered by MINH H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take the floor mat out from under the clutch pedal.
personal experience. i helped my grandfather get his subaru started once. the battery was fine and everything seemed to work. we even tried to tow it with his pickup (its a standard) finally i got fed up and stomped on the clutch with all i had turned the key and the engine started. looked at the floor mat and it was all crumpled up beneath the clutch pedal.
2007-01-09 05:19:12 · answer #4 · answered by Nathanael S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Asolutely, rudedude got it, these other people have no clue what's going on, it is not a hydraulic issue. You or your husband should be able to adjust that switch, if there is no adjustment, sometimes you can bend the tab that the switch is on. Bend it closer or farther away as neccessary. If you can adjust it in or out, I would do that first though. If you need further assistance, jot me a note srcash@yahoo.com Good Luck
2007-01-08 19:42:23 · answer #5 · answered by Cougar_SRC 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check that you didnt bend whatever the clutch sensor is attached to, the sensor is down by the pedal and doesnt allow you to start the engine unless the clutch is depressed
2014-07-12 13:52:30 · answer #6 · answered by Thomas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im not sure i understand your situation, but it could be the switch that lets the motor turn over.
Whatever is "hit" by the clutch upon startup could be out of alignment, not working right.
2007-01-08 18:44:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah- rudadude was right- except the shop should do it for free. what, you think we just sit around all day waiting for free adjustments to do? what other business can you go to and get anything free. free coffee at a restaurant, because your not hungry? no. free haircut because its a quick two minute trim? nope. if its so easy that its free, please do it yourself.
2007-01-08 22:43:30 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rudedude hit it, dead center.
2007-01-08 19:16:27 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋