Chrysler neon 1997 Service Manual page 190

PL
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)
CONDITION
CLUTCH DISC BINDS ON INPUT
SHAFT SPLINES
CLUTCH DISC RUSTED TO
FLYWHEEL AND/OR PRESSURE
PLATE
CLUTCH WILL NOT DISENGAGE
PROPERLY
CONDITION
CLUTCH PEDAL SQUEAKS
WHEN DEPRESSED TO FLOOR
CONDITION
CLUTCH PEDAL SQUEAKS
WHEN DEPRESSED TO FLOOR
SERVICE DIAGNOSIS—IMPROPER CLUTCH RELEASE
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Clutch disc hub splines damaged
during installation
Input shaft splines rough, damaged.
Corrosion or rust formations on
splines of input shaft and disc
Occurs in vehicles stored or not
driven for extended period of time.
Also occurs after steam cleaning if
vehicle is not used for extended
period.
Disc bent, distorted during transaxle
installation
Clutch cover diaphragm spring
damaged during transaxle
installation
Release fork bent, loose, or
damaged
Clutch pedal binding or does not
return
Hydraulic clutch system has air in
the lines.
SERVICE DIAGNOSIS–CLUTCH PEDAL NOISE
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Pedal bushings worn out or
inadequate lubrication
SERVICE DIAGNOSIS–CLUTCH PEDAL NOISE
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Pedal bushings worn out or
inadequate lubrication
CLUTCH
CORRECTION
Clean, smooth, and lubricate disc
and shaft splines. Replace
w/modular clutch assembly and/or
input shaft if splines are severely
damaged.
Clean input shaft splines. Then lube.
Clean input shaft splines and disc
splines, then lube
Replace w/modular clutch assembly
Replace w/modular clutch assembly
Replace w/modular clutch assembly
Replace fork if worn or damaged
Lubricate pedal bushings. Check
system for leaks and replace as
needed
Stroke pedal rapidly 20 to 30 times
to force air bubbles into reservoir.
Check for leaks. Replace appropriate
upper or lower hydraulic system.
CORRECTION
Replace or lubricate bushings
CORRECTION
Replace or lubricate bushings
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