1997 Geo Prizm clutch

1997 GEO PRIZM
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BIG J 1973
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1997 Geo Prizm 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Manual

about 3mnts ago i got a clutch installed in the car and now im having trouble starting it i have to slam the clutch down to the floor for it to start someone told me it might be the clutch switch what could it be!
Dec 17, 2008 at 7:26 PM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Clutch switch is a good possibility. It must closed a circuit for the car to start.
It is on (or comes in contact with) the clutch arm. Generally when you depress the clutch, it releases the switch, which closes and allows the car to start.

Check the adjustment, and replace if needed.
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:36 AM
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