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Offline MrClifford

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clutch cable issues
« on: 03 May 2009, 16:00 »
Driving home and the clutch appeared to have went.. had a look etc clutch cables fine but doesnt seem to wanna go back in so suspect some peices are missing. just wondering if any1 can tell me what parts ill need to fix. cheers




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« Last Edit: 03 May 2009, 16:05 by MrClifford »
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Re: clutch cable issues
« Reply #1 on: 03 May 2009, 16:07 »
there's a metal clip that holds the cable end on (it slots over the rubber).. but i would also say you'll need a new cable as the auto adjuster will now be ruined!!

It's also possible the clutch arm ratchet has gone so make sure you can feel the tension on the arm and if its slack you'll need these pieces (for sale if needed  :wink:).. thisis what happend to mine and luckily a specialist told me the ratchet is quite common (after a few garages told me the box had gone!)
« Last Edit: 21 May 2009, 22:36 by boneybradley »
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Re: clutch cable issues
« Reply #2 on: 03 May 2009, 16:10 »
the arm seems fine its just the clip im after!!!
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Re: clutch cable issues
« Reply #3 on: 03 May 2009, 16:13 »
clip and a cable... vw dealer really and my clip was about £5
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Re: clutch cable issues
« Reply #4 on: 03 May 2009, 16:19 »
cheers mate hopefully i will be able to sort it out tomorow as my local vw dealer will be open tomorow!!!
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Re: clutch cable issues
« Reply #5 on: 03 May 2009, 23:27 »
cheers mate hopefully i will be able to sort it out tomorow as my local vw dealer will be open tomorow!!!

I don't think parts will be open on a bank holiday.

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Re: clutch cable issues
« Reply #6 on: 04 May 2009, 00:12 »
it is possible to rest the auto adjusters but it is easyer to buy another cabel,   just get the one with manual adjustment 
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Re: clutch cable issues
« Reply #7 on: 04 May 2009, 10:29 »
cheers mate hopefully i will be able to sort it out tomorow as my local vw dealer will be open tomorow!!!

I don't think parts will be open on a bank holiday.

went yesterday and the chap said some1 would b in 2day
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Re: clutch cable issues
« Reply #8 on: 21 May 2009, 21:25 »
it is possible to rest the auto adjusters but it is easyer to buy another cabel,   just get the one with manual adjustment 

Just bumping this as my clip broke. I got that replaced but the auto tensioner will not release. I have read that it can be done but I cannot remember how. Skint at the moment for new cable and car is stuck. Anyone help please   :sad:.

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Re: clutch cable issues
« Reply #9 on: 21 May 2009, 21:54 »
it is possible to rest the auto adjusters but it is easyer to buy another cabel,   just get the one with manual adjustment 

Just bumping this as my clip broke. I got that replaced but the auto tensioner will not release. I have read that it can be done but I cannot remember how. Skint at the moment for new cable and car is stuck. Anyone help please   :sad:.

I think your going to need a new cable.