What Could Be The Cause For Improper Clutch Release?

Improper Clutch Release Can Be Caused By Many Problems.

Possible Causes May Be As Follows:

• Clutch Linkage Not Properly Adjusted Or Reset.
• Flywheel Not Surfaced Before New Clutch Installed.
• Flywheel Surfaced Improperly (I.E. Incorrect Flywheel Step).
• Flywheel Machined Too Thin Or Not Manufactured To Stock O.E.M Specifications.
• Linkage Worn Or Damaged.
• Hydraulics Defective, Leaking Or There May Be Air In The System.
• Cable Stretched Or Damaged.
• Improper Clutch Fork Geometry Due To Flywheel Being Too Thin Or Bellhousing Deeper Than Stock
• Bellhousing Ball Stud May Not Be Adjusted Properly.
• Pilot Bushing Binding Due To Improper Bellhousing Alignment, Bellhousing Damaged, Or Loose.
• Clutch Disc Installed Improperly.
• Clutch Disc Hub Rubbing Against Flywheel Bolts.
• Clutch Disc Binding On Input Shaft.
• Input Shaft Bent Causing Clutch Disc Runout.
• Pressure Plate Assembly And/Or Clutch Disc Bent Or Damaged.
• Clutch Disc Is Too Thick/ Or Has Excessive Marcel (Too Much Cushion Between The Friction Facings).
• Pressure Plate Has Defective Or Damaged Torque Drive Straps.
• Damaged, Worn, Or Improperly Installed Pilot Bushing/Bearing.
• Oil Or Grease Contamination On Clutch Facings.
• Damaged Or Worn Throwout Bearing Collar.