1998 Honda Accord High Clutch Pedal

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BRANDYGUT
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I just changed my clutch on my 98 accord EX but the clutch is high (i have to lift it high before the car moves forward). is it possilbe to adjust it lower?
Mar 8, 2006 at 11:01 PM
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FISHERMAN
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look in front of the actuator (hydraulic cylinder) of the clutch.. should be an adjuster, try making the travel short couple of turns at the time...
Mar 9, 2006 at 1:10 AM
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BRANDYGUT
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I was told that the 98 accords do not have adjustable clutch. Is this true
Mar 9, 2006 at 2:11 AM
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BRUCE HUNT
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The hydrolic clutches are not adjustable. The pedal is set. The old cable type could be adjusted. In no time you will be used to its position.
Mar 9, 2006 at 6:25 PM

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The hydraulic clutch is not adjustable. Unlike older cable clutches, the pedal and engagement point are set. No adjustment will lower the release point; the high pedal feel is normal and the driver will get used to it.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1998 Honda Accord EX replaced the clutch and found the engagement point high, so the pedal had to be released far before the car moved. One reply suggested shortening travel with an adjuster near the hydraulic actuator. A later expert said hydraulic clutches are not adjustable, the pedal is set, and only older cable clutches could be adjusted. The owner was told they would get used to the pedal position.

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