Date: Fri, 15 Oct 2004 00:39:59 +0100 From: Grunff <grunffnospam.com> Subject: Re: clutch play? (c900)
John B wrote: > My 1992 900s has been running quite well lately in general, but I've noticed > something that could possibly be troubling: > Occasionally, upon first starting the car, the clutch seems to have much more > play in it than usual. I estimate that I can depress the pedal 1/3 to 1/2 of > the way before meeting any serious resistance. After driving around for 5 or 10 > minutes (city driving, so frequent shifting), the clutch returns to its normal > self (only 1-2 cm of play). > Is this no big deal, or could it be a sign of some impending catastrophic > problem? Likely that your clutch master has a small leak. Have you had to top up the brake/clutch fluid lately? Take a look at the clutch master, where it connects to the pedal linkage. Any signs of hydraulic fluid? -- Grunff