1993 240sx clutch problem?

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1unar3clipse
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Car: 93 240sx HB, 01 Dodge Dakota SLT

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alright so i got my 180sx lsd in along with new tires and began testing it out since i installed it. problem occurs here: i was playing around in a open parking lot when i spun out and my clutch pedal is not only stuck down but im leaking fluid on the passenger side of the motor where it looks like its coming from the trans. the car wont start unless it starts in gear, and the pedal sticks to the ground.

what did i do?

the car also has 126k miles


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bone_stock_240
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Car: 1995 Infiniti Q45

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Sounds like your clutch slave cylinder is toast or there is a leak in that rubber line that attaches to the slave. New slaves are cheap and are a cinch to replace. Pull the pedal back up manually, top up your clutch master cylinder and get someone to peer underneath while you press the clutch pedal. That way you can isolate exactly where the leak is. The slave cylinder is that thing that is bolted to the transmission and presses on the lever that is coming out of the transmission bellhousing.

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1unar3clipse
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Car: 93 240sx HB, 01 Dodge Dakota SLT

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where the slave cylinder push on the end of the release bearing fork it doesnt move when clutch is depressed, and clutch still does not come up.does this mean both the bearing fork and slave are gone?

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bone_stock_240
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No, it just means that you have a leak somewhere, and there is no pressure in the system. If there is a leak, then the slave cylinder won't press on the release fork, and the clutch pedal will stay stuck on the floor.

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bone_stock_240
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First thing to do is check all the connections and make sure none are leaking. Then replace your slave cylinder. They are really cheap, and I am 99% sure this will solve your problem. Then when you have the new slave in, make sure to bleed the system thoroughly and you should be good.

LayNLow240
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also, when you do get your slave replaced, i would recommend removing the damper box too. it will make bleeding your clutch 100x easier!


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