1998 Ranger XLT Clutch Pedal Failure

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MILESDOC
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98 Ranger XLT Extended cab, Manual Transmission, LOTS OF MILES (205,000). Great shape except I recently had a problem start with the clutch.

On 2 occasions, one while parked and one on the road, the clutch pedal started acting up. I am trying to figure out if it requires a clutch replacement, clutch master cylinder replacement, or a clutch pedal/piston replacement.

What has happened is that sometimes, the clutch pedal will go all the way to the floor like its not connected to anything. On other occasion it wouldn't go in at all. In both cases, if I let it sit, it would correct itself. Any guidance or direction?
Jan 21, 2006 at 3:45 AM
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likely a leak in the system...clutch slave. this is inside with the assembly best to replace everything ehile trans is out
Feb 2, 2006 at 11:16 AM

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Suspect a leak in the clutch hydraulic system, most likely the internal clutch slave cylinder. Because the slave is inside the transmission assembly, replace the related clutch components while the transmission is out.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a high-mileage 1998 Ranger XLT with a manual transmission reports an intermittent clutch pedal that sometimes drops to the floor with no resistance or will not depress at all, then returns to normal after sitting. The expert suspects a hydraulic leak at the internal clutch slave cylinder and recommends replacing the related components while the transmission is removed.

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