DEFINITION: The clutch pedal requires high effort to operate.

Review the Symptoms - Clutch .

Incorrect hydraulic fluid

1. Inspect for the correct fluid in the master cylinder. Refer to General Specifications .
2. Flush the hydraulic system and fill with the correct fluid. Refer to Clutch Master Cylinder Fluid Replacement
3. Replace the clutch hydraulic system if the incorrect fluid used was mineral based.

Contaminated hydraulic fluid

1. Inspect the hydraulic fluid for water.
2. Inspect the hydraulic fluid for dirt or debris.
3. Flush the hydraulic system and fill with the correct fluid. Refer to Clutch Master Cylinder Fluid Replacement

Clutch pedal binding

1. Inspect the pedal for binding.
2. Replace the pedal. Refer to Clutch Pedal Replacement .

Clutch pedal spring worn

Replace the clutch pedal spring. Refer to Clutch Pedal Replacement

Kinked or damaged clutch hydraulic pipe

1. Inspect for a kinked or damaged hydraulic hose.
2. Repair or replace the clutch hydraulic hose. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Hose/Pipe Replacement .

clutch driven plate excessively worn

Replace the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement (3.6L Engine) or Clutch Assembly Replacement (6.0L Engine) in Clutch.