Cause 
 | Action 
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DEFINITION: The
clutch pedal may feel spongy, or it requires very little effort to operate. 
Review 
Symptoms - Clutch 
 and perform the necessary inspections. 
 | 
Air in the hydraulic system 
 | Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to 
Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding 
. 
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Master cylinder fluid level low 
 | 
- Inspect for leakage in the clutch master cylinder, hose connections,
 and the clutch actuator.
 
- Repair or replace any faulty components.
 
 
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Incomplete
pedal return 
 | 
- Inspect the pedal for full return.
 
- Clear any obstacles that may interfere with the pedal operation.
 
- Adjust the clutch start switch. Refer to 
Clutch Pedal Engine Start Switch Replacement 
.
 
 
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Clutch incorrectly installed 
 | Remove the clutch and install it correctly. Refer to 
Clutch Assembly Replacement 
. 
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Clutch mounting bolts loose or broken 
 | 
- Remove the broken bolts.
 
- Replace the broken or loose bolts, and tighten. Refer to 
Clutch Assembly Replacement 
.
 
 
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Release bearing worn or damaged 
 | Replace the release bearing.
Refer to 
Clutch Concentric Actuator Cylinder Replacement 
. 
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Contaminated hydraulic fluid 
 | 
- Inspect for the following conditions:
 
| •  | The clutch hydraulic fluid for contamination of water |  
  
| •  | The reservoir cap for being faulty if water is present |  
  
| •  | The clutch hydraulic fluid for dirt or debris |  
  
- Flush and bleed the clutch hydraulic system if the above conditions
 are found. Refer to 
Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding 
.
 
 
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