1996 Other Fiat Models Loose clutch

1996 FIAT
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N1KE
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1996 Other Fiat Models 75,000 miles
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The clutch pedal of the car (Fiat Punto, 1246cc) has lost its tension, it went all the way down when I pressed it with no resistance at all. I can't change the gear when the engiine is on. I spoke to a mechanic who told me the car doesn't use a clutch cable but mentioned something about the piston needing replacement. My question is what do you think is wrong and what does the piston do? thanks
Mar 26, 2008 at 7:53 AM
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DAVE H
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the piston is inside the clutch slave cylinder .. the whole cylinder needs replacing .. the cylinder/piston uses fluid to push the clutch !!
Nov 8, 2009 at 5:15 AM
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