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Old 04-11-2005, 09:10 PM
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Clang when pressing the clutch pedal

Just got a 5spd SE a few days ago, still getting used to it, so sorry for newb questions.

I notice that sometimes when I push the clutch pedal down, it makes a metallic sounding clang halfway down, like some metal on metal snap/hit or something. It comes from the pedal area I think, not from engine/center tunnel.

Everything still works as it should (at least as far as i can tell with my 5 days of 5spd driving experience ) but that noise doesn't seem normal.

Anything I should have a look at down there?

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Old 04-11-2005, 09:12 PM
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mine doesnt make any noise i would go get that checked did you get it from a dealer? if so i wouldnt go to their shop they will tell you nothing is wrong in most cases unless you bought it from an honorable dealer
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Old 04-11-2005, 09:26 PM
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I'll probably drop by my own mechanic tomorrow ask them to give it a once-over, since the car was safety-certified, the selling dealer has certain responsibilities. Thanks for the advice...still curious to know what might the clunk be....
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I think i have the same problem. I would describe it more as a squeak or scrape in the pedal. I never really thought much of it. I would like to know what you find.
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Old 04-12-2005, 10:36 AM
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hm, i wouldn't call mine a squeak....but maybe if smth binds up and then snaps loose? dunno....if there are any findings i'll post more
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Old 04-12-2005, 04:21 PM
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ok, had my mechanic look at it - he said it's just the linkage making noise, nothing serious - i was there only for an oil change, so I didn't ask them to really look into it, will drive around like this for now, might get it fixed when the car is in for some other reason
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Old 04-12-2005, 05:57 PM
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Could be that your assist spring (#15 in illustration) needs some lube. It might also be (don't laugh) your driver's seat. Mine makes creaking noises when I hit the clutch.

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