Clutch Pedal (Manual Transmission); Checking The Clutch Function; Checking The Clutch Pedal Free Play - Subaru 1998 Forester Owner's Manual

Depress the pedal with a force of approximately 294 N (66 lb, 30 kg) and
measure the distance between the upper surface of the pedal pad and
the floor.
When the measurement is smaller than the specification, or when the
pedal does not operate smoothly, contact with your SUBARU dealer.

Clutch pedal (Manual transmission)

Check the clutch pedal free play and reserve distance according to the
maintenance schedule in the warranty and maintenance booklet.
J Checking the clutch function
Check the clutch engagement and disengagement.
1. With the engine idling, check that there are no abnormal noises when
the clutch pedal is depressed, and that shifting into 1st or reverse feels
smooth.
2. Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal slowly to check that the en-
gine and transmission smoothly couple without any sign of slippage.
J Checking the clutch pedal free play
Lightly press the clutch pedal down with your finger until you feel resis-
tance, and check the free play.
If the free play is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU
dealer.
0.16 — 0.51 in
(4.0 — 13.0 mm)
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Maintenance and service
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