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SadieB · 04-09-2004, 17:53

I'm having trouble with my cluth. Sometime when i press in the cluth pedal it makes a noise like a click or the sound wood makes when it snaps in two. Does anyone know what could cause this? Also the clutch ahs frozen twice on me so far! It gets stuck halfway and it takes a while for it come back.

Note this post has been accidently edited by Mike65. I meant to hit quote not edit Whoops!.

Mike.

smokey2 · 05-09-2004, 11:51

the clutch problem is most likely the cable is frayed inside and ready to break get it changed ASAP!!!

cv boots I'm guessing you mean??

to change them there is 2 options you can buy a universal split boot and all you do is remove all the bits of your old cv boot and there is glue with the new boot you put it along split and then when it's set you put the boot over cv joint and hold in place with the clips supplied!!

or you can get a normal boot and how they're fitted is usually you remove the cv joint from the drive shaft by takin off the wishbone and is fairly hard to do but if you've got a haynes manual you should get a good grasp of how to do it yourself!!

hopr I've been some help!!

Interceptor · 05-09-2004, 12:10

Hi SadieB,

Fiestas have a self adjusting clutch mechanism which is mounted on the pedal box. It is a pair of plastic ratchets which mesh together and ensure the cable is kept under tension. In all likelihood yours has reached the end of its adjustment and you need to get the the clutch checked. At the worst you need a new clutch, at best a new adjustment mech (€15 approx from Ford) and a clutch cable. Off to a mechanic with you - smokey2 details one type of cv replacement boot - the other is easier to fit and has a zip up one side - any auto factors will sort you out, or get both problems done by your friendly local mechanic.

'ceptr

mike65 · 05-09-2004, 12:12

The clutch cable tensioner is made from plastic in a Fiesta and over time the teeth wear down, and so when the pedal is pressed sometimes it won't engage (and you hear that strong click). My sister got stranded in the countryside some years back when it happened to her, luckily I was able to show her how to get home without engaging the clutch fully. She got it fixed the next day!

Mike.

edit! what 'ceptr said!

smokey2 · 05-09-2004, 22:28

have to agree with both the above on the clutch problem you have!!

after reading both their posts I remember my brothers fiesta had the same problem also with the plastic ratchet thing on the pedal box!!

would strongly recommend getting the cable looked at also just to be sure!!

oh and ceptor I've detailed both types of cv boot!! (probably not very well) but I have

SadieB · 09-09-2004, 19:10

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Originally Posted by SadieB

I'm having trouble with my cluth. Sometime when i press in the cluth pedal it makes a noise like a click or the sound wood makes when it snaps in two. Does anyone know what could cause this? Also the clutch ahs frozen twice on me so far! It gets stuck halfway and it takes a while for it come back.

Note this post has been accidently edited by Mike65. I meant to hit quote not edit Whoops!.

Mike.

ok guys thanks a mil for your suggestions. i will get it checked

mayhemuk · 07-02-2009, 10:06

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Originally Posted by SadieB

I'm having trouble with my cluth. Sometime when i press in the cluth pedal it makes a noise like a click or the sound wood makes when it snaps in two. Does anyone know what could cause this? Also the clutch ahs frozen twice on me so far! It gets stuck halfway and it takes a while for it come back.

Note this post has been accidently edited by Mike65. I meant to hit quote not edit Whoops!.

Mike.

you need a new clutch plate

Plug · 07-02-2009, 10:25

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Originally Posted by mayhemuk

you need a new clutch plate

Hey, this is 5 years old, im pretty sure he has his clutch fixed.

mike65 was a moderator here?

kbannon · 07-02-2009, 10:28

locked - I'd say that the OP has resolved the issue within the last 5 years!

04-09-2004, 17:53	#1
SadieB Closed Account Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 5 Adverts \| Friends	Ford Fiesta 91 I'm having trouble with my cluth. Sometime when i press in the cluth pedal it makes a noise like a click or the sound wood makes when it snaps in two. Does anyone know what could cause this? Also the clutch ahs frozen twice on me so far! It gets stuck halfway and it takes a while for it come back. Note this post has been accidently edited by Mike65. I meant to hit quote not edit Whoops!. Mike. Last edited by mike65; 05-09-2004 at 12:08.

05-09-2004, 12:12	#4
mike65 Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: waterford Posts: 81,389 Adverts \| Friends	The clutch cable tensioner is made from plastic in a Fiesta and over time the teeth wear down, and so when the pedal is pressed sometimes it won't engage (and you hear that strong click). My sister got stranded in the countryside some years back when it happened to her, luckily I was able to show her how to get home without engaging the clutch fully. She got it fixed the next day! Mike. edit! what 'ceptr said! Last edited by mike65; 05-09-2004 at 12:17.

05-09-2004, 22:28	#5
smokey2 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: kildare Posts: 353 Adverts \| Friends	have to agree with both the above on the clutch problem you have!! after reading both their posts I remember my brothers fiesta had the same problem also with the plastic ratchet thing on the pedal box!! would strongly recommend getting the cable looked at also just to be sure!! oh and ceptor I've detailed both types of cv boot!! (probably not very well) but I have Last edited by smokey2; 05-09-2004 at 22:32.

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05-09-2004, 11:51	#2
smokey2 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: kildare Posts: 353 Adverts \| Friends	the clutch problem is most likely the cable is frayed inside and ready to break get it changed ASAP!!! cv boots I'm guessing you mean?? to change them there is 2 options you can buy a universal split boot and all you do is remove all the bits of your old cv boot and there is glue with the new boot you put it along split and then when it's set you put the boot over cv joint and hold in place with the clips supplied!! or you can get a normal boot and how they're fitted is usually you remove the cv joint from the drive shaft by takin off the wishbone and is fairly hard to do but if you've got a haynes manual you should get a good grasp of how to do it yourself!! hopr I've been some help!!

05-09-2004, 12:10	#3
Interceptor Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Behind you with a Desert Eagle .50 to your head Posts: 2,818 Adverts \| Friends	Hi SadieB, Fiestas have a self adjusting clutch mechanism which is mounted on the pedal box. It is a pair of plastic ratchets which mesh together and ensure the cable is kept under tension. In all likelihood yours has reached the end of its adjustment and you need to get the the clutch checked. At the worst you need a new clutch, at best a new adjustment mech (€15 approx from Ford) and a clutch cable. Off to a mechanic with you - smokey2 details one type of cv replacement boot - the other is easier to fit and has a zip up one side - any auto factors will sort you out, or get both problems done by your friendly local mechanic. 'ceptr

07-02-2009, 10:28	#9
kbannon Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: The original home of Guinness! Posts: 17,554 Adverts \| Friends	locked - I'd say that the OP has resolved the issue within the last 5 years!