hard pedal

1996 FORD RANGER
20,000,000 MILES • 2.3L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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STEVEN SANDERS
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Replaced clutch disc only I have a hard pedal now like as if there no travel of the throw out bearing. i did notice when tightening the pressure plate the fingers were depressing a lot. why?
May 19, 2017 at 2:37 AM
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it can be because the pressure plate was worn as well especially if the fingers were uneven when it was tightened down. but check to see if it is a hydraulic problem first and try bleeding it. there are two different types of slaves. see pictures for instructions on both.
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May 19, 2017 at 6:37 AM
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