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Why clutch is softer then before?

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Old Apr 18, 2013 | 02:17 PM
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Why clutch is softer then before?
My clutch was always very hard to press for over two years but this year it just went softer. It still shifts good no slipping. What do you think?

Thanks, Rob.
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Old Apr 18, 2013 | 05:27 PM
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My guess is something to do with the pressure plate.
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Old Apr 18, 2013 | 09:42 PM
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So if it is the pressure plate I may as well put a new clutch while I have it torn apart?
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Old Apr 18, 2013 | 09:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Whitelion95GT
So if it is the pressure plate I may as well put a new clutch while I have it torn apart?
If its apart I would replace all components. Disc, plate, release bearing, pilot bearing, cable. I would also look at an aftermarket quadrant and adjuster.
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Old Apr 19, 2013 | 12:05 AM
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My tech wants to know if the Mustang has a hydraulic clutch/external or internal ?? He said it may just need to be bled if its not slipping & changing gears with no problems??
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Old Apr 19, 2013 | 12:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Whitelion95GT
My tech wants to know if the Mustang has a hydraulic clutch/external or internal ?? He said it may just need to be bled if its not slipping & changing gears with no problems??
Neither, it's a cable operated clutch. No bleeding required.
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Old Apr 19, 2013 | 12:11 AM
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I forgot to mention that you can try "adjusting" it by using your foot to pull up on the clutch pedal.
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Old Apr 19, 2013 | 12:14 AM
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The clutch is not down? It doesn't need to be pulled up the clutch. Maybe it needs to be "adjusted" ??
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Old Apr 19, 2013 | 12:44 AM
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Originally Posted by ChadStang
I forgot to mention that you can try "adjusting" it by using your foot to pull up on the clutch pedal.
The pedal is right up so not sure what you are saying?
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Old Apr 19, 2013 | 07:27 AM
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Originally Posted by ChadStang
If its apart I would replace all components. Disc, plate, release bearing, pilot bearing, cable. I would also look at an aftermarket quadrant and adjuster.
X2 for sure
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