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Clutch replacement?

Tiny
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The clutch pedal is hard to press, the working of the clutch is alright, no slipping etc. Please help. Most of the mechanics say change the clutch and pressure plate?
Wednesday, March 13th, 2013 AT 5:46 AM

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Tiny
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If the hydraulic system is working ok, and you have a very heavy pedal i also would be expecting to find the problem in the pressure plate, but first the hydraulics must be check to ensure that nothing is binding in the master or the actual pedal box that may be causing the heavy pedal first. Check the diagrams below to show you how to replace the clutch.

Here is a guide to help with the problem

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/clutch-doesnt-work-sometimes-or-not-at-all

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-clutch

This video show the job being done on a similar car (the process is the same)

https://youtu.be/6N6b5F2ChyE

MANUAL TRANSMISSION FLUID TYPE

Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF): P/N 08798-9016

Always use Honda MTF. Using motor oil can cause stiffer shifting because it does not contain the proper additives.

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Wednesday, March 13th, 2013 AT 6:47 AM
Tiny
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My clutch pedal is flat on the floor. When you start the vehicle in neutral, it cannot go into any gear. When turned off, it goes freely into all gears. Does this vehicle have a hydraulic system or/and a clutch? This is also a (4X4) stick shift. What could possibly be the problem? I brought this vehicle all the way to Liberia, West Africa with me.
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Check the fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir. Seems one of the hydraulic components is faulty.
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Thanks but does the CRV have a hydraulic system? I know of the brakes master cyl, does the clutch system has it own master cyl. Or you are referring to the same brakes master cyl. When the vehicle if off, It goes into all the gears freely without even touching the clutch. You cannot even press the clutch, it is already to the floor. When you start the vehicle in neutral, it cannot go into any gear. I all the way here in Africa with this vehicle. Any further expianation would be highly be appreciated
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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It has its own master cylinder for the clutch. Have you opened the hood yet?
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Yes, I am handy and have installed brakes, alternator, starter, axles, etc.
However, my brake master cyl. Reservoir is completely empty. I will fill with brake fluid. Not certain if it will make a difference if the clutch has its own master cyl.
Thanks so much and I will continue to search for the clutch reservoir. What kind of fluid does the clutch uses.
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Brakes and clutches use brake fluid. The clutch has its own master cylinder and if it is not equipped with a reservoir, it would take its fluid from the brake master cylinder.
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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My. Honda CRV starts in neutral but cannot go into any gears. I was advised to check the master cyl. Reservoir and it was empty. I filled it and the clutch pedal is still to the floor. My battery ran down and I cannot start the vehicle. Is the master cyl electrically operated to pump the fluid? How do I bleed the clutch. If I start the vehicle, will the master cyl. Build pressure?
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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No the master cylinder is hydraulic no electric power. If the master cylinder was empty you have a leak you need to find. Have you looked for lels like the slave cylinder?
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Thank you again. I located the clutch master cyl. And reservoir. Both are much smaller. It was completely empty. I refilled it but unfortunately my battery ran down and I cannot start the vehicle.. The clutch pedal is still to the floor. Is the master cyl electrically operated that allows the fluid to build up pressure? I see a wire running to the back of the master cyl. The clutch pedal is flat to the floor, no pressure, I cannot pump the pedal. So how do I bleed it?

You have been a great help, please do not give up on me. I am basically stuck here.
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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You would need a helper to pump the clutch for you. When it goes down, lift it up manually and press down again before you release the beeder bolt. Repeat it a few times and if it fails to build up, you moght need to have the master clinder and/or slave cylinder repaired/replaced.
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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I checked for leaks and nothing so far, but will continue,
Thanks plenty
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Look inside where the clutch pedal attaches also. You have to ubokt the slave to see the leak.
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Hello,
My CRV appears to need a new clutch. The RPM's increase when pressing the gas and the engine has to "catch up" plus I've noticed a burning smell like rubber. How much should it cost to replace a clutch from a repari shop?
Any other ideas what the problem could be?
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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The clutch disc is worn thats why the trans. Is slipping when you accelerate. When you replace the clutch it is better to replace the clutch assembly (clutch disc, pressure plate, release bearing and resurface the flywheel). Cost about $600-$1000
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Today I was starting my car and when I stepped on the clutch, I heard a sound then I could not get into gear. Also, the clutch does not give me the same pressure on the feedback when you step on it. Does it sound like that I need a new clutch or something just slap maybe some type of clutch cable. Could anyone tell me how I could check that before the expensive repair.
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Hi tintheman,

Seems the clutch has given way and you would need to replace it.

Check if the clutch fluid is sufficient.
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Hi!

My clutch pedal needs to be pushed down to the floor board for a smooth shift. Is there a way to adjust the clutch pedal so that I can shift without having to press the pedal so far?

Mike
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:50 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Hi Mike,

Since that is a Hydrolic Clutch it usually doesn't need to be adjusted. Have you checke the Clutch Master Cylinder to make sure it is full? Also check and make sure there are no leaks. It is possible that either the Clutch Master and/or Slave have gone bad or possibly the Clutch itself.

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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 AT 6:51 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Thank you very much!

Mike
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