M/T - Clutch Drag

Group: TRANSAXLE

Number: 97-40-020

Date: JULY, 1997

Model: 1997 TIBURON
1996-97 ELANTRA

Subject:
TIBURON & ELANTRA CLUTCH DRAG

DESCRIPTION:

Some 1996-97 Elantra and 1997 Tiburon vehicles may experience clutch drag. This condition may be caused by a restriction in the hydraulic line from grease used during assembly of the clutch master cylinder. Effective with August 27, 1996 production, the assembly procedure has been changed to correct this condition.

Note:
^ There is no need to replace the clutch master cylinder to correct the above condition.

^ This condition may also occur during long term storage.

SERVICE PROCEDURES:





1. Disconnect the clutch fluid tube at the clutch release cylinder.

2. Drain the master cylinder fluid through this connection while pumping the clutch pedal slowly.

3. Remove the master cylinder.

4. On a workbench, disassemble the master cylinder. Remove the piston and spring from the body.

5. Remove the spring, spring seat, and black valve from the piston assembly. Carefully wash the piston and valve in brake fluid or brake cleaner. Using caution, blow dry with air.

6. Assemble the valve, spring seat and the spring onto the piston assembly. Reassemble the master cylinder by coating the piston seals with brake fluid and inserting the piston in the cylinder. Insert the piston retaining screw and tighten.

7. Re-Install the master cylinder assembly.

8. Add clutch fluid in the clutch master cylinder and repeat step 2 for additional cleaning.

9. Reconnect the clutch tube to the clutch release cylinder.

10. Fill the clutch master cylinder with specified clutch fluid, SAE J1703 (DOT 3), and air bleed the hydraulic system using the procedure outlined in the shop manual.

EFFECTIVE DATE: August 27, 1996





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