WHAT PARTS IN THE CLUTCH SYSTEM/LINKAGE SHOULD I INSPECT BEFORE INSTALLING A NEW CLUTCH?
All Related Clutch Parts Should Be Checked For Wear Or Possible Problems. The Clutch Linkage Starting From The Clutch Pedal Bushings To The Bell Crank (Z-Bar) To The Clutch Fork And Pivot Ball Should Be Inspected For Wear And Damage, Any Questionable Parts Should Be Repaired Or Replaced. If Your Vehicle Uses A Hydraulic Linkage System, Check For Any Hydraulic Leaks As Well As Wear On The Push And Pull Rods Operating The Hydraulics And All Hoses. Hydraulic Systems (Especially Ones With High Mileage) May Have Internal Leakage (Past The Master And/Or Slave Piston Seals). Keep In Mind These Are Tough To Diagnose Because There May Not Be Visible External Leakage. If Your Vehicle Is Cable Equipped, The Cable Should Be Checked For Damage, Stretch, Excessive Resistance Or Binding. If Found To Be Defective The Cable Must Be Replaced. Refer To Your Vehicles Service Manual For Factory Specifications. Regardless Of Your Vehicles Linkage Type, Pay Particular Attention To Any Signs Of Wear Or Gallin
