1996 SUBARU LEGACY clutch cable adjust

1. Clutch System
Condition Possible cause and testing Corrective action
1. Clutch slip-
pageIt is hard to perceive clutch slippage in the early stage, but pay attention to the following symptoms.
(a) Engine revs up when shifting.
(b) High speed driving is impossible; especially rapid acceleration impossible and vehicle speed does not increase in
proportion to an increase in engine speed.
(c) Power falls, particularly when ascending a slope, and there is a smell of burning of the clutch facing.
Method of testing: Put the vehicle in stationary condition with parking brake fully applied. Disengage the clutch and
shift the transmission gear into the first. Gradually allow the clutch to engage while gradually increasing the engine
speed. The clutch function is satisfactory if the engine stalls. However, the clutch is slipping if the vehicle does not
start off and the engine does not stall.
(a) No clutch pedal play Readjust.
(b) No release lever end play Readjust.
(c) Clutch facing smeared by oil Replace.
(d) Worn clutch facing Replace.
(e) Deteriorated diaphragm spring Replace.
(f ) Distorted pressure plate or flywheel Correct or replace.
(g) Defective release bearing holder Correct or replace.
(h) Defective pedal and cable system Correct or replace.
2. Clutch
drags.As a symptom of this trouble, a harsh scratching noise develops and control becomes quite difficult when shifting
gears. The symptom becomes more apparent when shifting into the first gear. However, because much trouble of the
this sort is due to defective synchronization mechanism, carry out the test as described after.
Method of testing: Refer to DIAGNOSTIC DIAGRAM on page after.
It may be judged as insufficient disengagement of clutch if any noise occurs during this test.
(a) Excessive clutch pedal play Readjust.
(b) Excessive clutch release lever play Readjust.
(c) Worn or rusty clutch disc hub spline Replace clutch disc.
(d) Excessive deflection of clutch disc facing Correct or replace.
(e) Seized crankshaft pilot needle bearing Replace.
(f ) Malfunction of pedal and cable system Correct or replace.
(g) Cracked clutch disc facing Replace.
(h) Sticked clutch disc (smeared by oil or water) Replace.
3. Clutch chat-
ters.Clutch chattering is an unpleasant vibration to the whole body when the vehicle is just started with clutch partially
engaged.
(a) Improper clutch cable routing Correct.
(b) Adhesion of oil on the facing Replace clutch disc.
(c) Weak or broken torsion spring Replace clutch disc.
(d) Defective facing contact or excessive disc Replace clutch disc defection.
(e) Warped pressure plate or flywheel Correct or replace.
(f ) Loose disc rivets Replace clutch disc.
(g) Loose engine mounting Retighten or replace mounting.
(h) Improper adjustment of pitching stopper Adjustment.
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1. Clutch System

11) Install front exhaust pipe and center exhaust pipe.
12) Connect hoses, connectors and cables.
(1) Connect the following hoses.
Fuel delivery hose, return hose and evaporation
hose
Heater inlet and outlet hoses
Brake booster vacuum hose
(2) Connect the following connectors.
Engine ground terminal
Engine harness connectors
Front oxygen sensor connector
Rear oxygen sensor connector
Alternator connector and terminal
A/C compressor connectors (With A/C)
(3) Connect the following cables.
Accelerator cable
Cruise control cables (With cruise control)
Clutch cable
Clutch release spring
CAUTION:
After connecting each cable, adjust them.
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13) Install air intake system.
(1) Install air cleaner element.
(2) Install air intake duct with air cleaner upper cover.
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(3) Connect connector to mass air flow sensor.
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2. Engine

C: INSTALLATION
1) Install PHV onto side frame.
Tightening torque:
18±5 N⋅m (1.8±0.5 kg-m, 13.0±3.6 ft-lb)
2) Connect brake pipes to PHV.
Tightening torque:
15
+3
2N⋅m (1.5+0.3
0.2kg-m, 10.8+2.2
1.4ft-lb)
CAUTION:
Confirm that brake pipes are not deformed and/or dam-
aged. Replace them with new ones if necessary.
3) Install PHV cable to PHV stay.
CAUTION:
If cable clamp (and clips) is damaged, replace it with a
new one.
4) Connect PHV cable with clips.
NOTE:
Avoid sharp bending of PHV cable as it may cause break-
age.
5) Install PHV cable onto cable bracket on engine.
6) Apply grease to the following points.

Hook portion of return spring

Cable end portion of lever
Grease:
SUNLIGHT 2 (Part No. 003602010)
7) Be sure to bleed air from the system.
CAUTION:
After replacing PHV cable or clutch cable with new
one, operate clutch pedal about 30 times as a run-
ning-in operation prior to adjustment.
D: ADJUSTMENTS
Confirm stopping and starting performances by activating
hill holder on an uphill road of 3°or higher inclination.
(1) If vehicle does not stop;
Tighten adjusting nut of PHV cable.
(2) If vehicle does not start properly;

Case A—When hill holder is released later than
engagement of clutch pedal (Engine tends to stall.):
Loosen adjusting nut gradually until smooth starting
is enabled.

Case B—When hill holder is released earlier than
engagement of clutch pedal (Vehicle slips down
slightly.):
Tighten adjusting nut so that hill holder is released
later than engagement of clutch pedal (status in Case
A). Then make adjustment the same as in Case A.
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4-4SERVICE PROCEDURE
8. Hill Holder

2. Hill Holder
Trouble and possible cause Corrective action
1. Counterforce of clutch pedal is too strong.
(1) PHV cable is damaged or does not operate properly. Repair or replace.
(2) Lever of PHV is defective. Replace entire PHV assembly.
(3) Clutch system is anomalous. Refer to“Clutch and pedal cable system”.
2. Vehicle does not stop on uphill road of 3°or higher inclination.
(1) Front side of vehicle is lowered. Refer to“Suspension”.
(2) PHV cable is broken. Replace.
(3) Play of clutch is excessive. Adjust.
(4) PHV cable is elongated. Adjust.
(5) Sealing of PHV is poor. Replace entire PHV assembly.
3. Shock is felt when starting.
(1) Poor adjustment of starting performance: Adjust.
(2) When depressing the brake pedal strongly:(The stronger brake pedal depressing force, the later hill holder
releases.)
(3) When starting on flat road after stopping reverse movement: (Because hill holder is activated.)
4. Vehicle slips down when starting.
(1) PHV cable is elongated. Adjust.
(2) Clutch facing is worn out. Adjust or replace.
(3) Bracket (cable) or stay (PHV) is deformed. Repair or replace.
5. Vehicle cannot start after stoppage.
(1) Return spring is fatigued or broken. Replace.
(2) PHV lever won’t return. Replace entire PHV assembly.
(3) When intentionally depressing brake pedal strongly:[When the brake pedal is depressed by a force of 1,177 N (120
kg, 265 lb) or more.]
6. Abnormal sound is generated upon releasing brake pedal when stopping.
(1) Rotor and pad matched with each other due to inadequate
depressing force to brake pedal.(Abnormal sound is not generated when depressing brake pedal a
little stronger.)
7. Abnormal sound is generated when operating clutch pedal.
(1) Grease is inadequate for the hook of return spring and slid-
ing portion of PHV cable end.Apply grease.
(2) When releasing after maintaining high fluid pressure: (Flowing sound of fluid when releasing high fluid pressure.)
(3) Clutch system is anomalous. Refer to“Clutch and pedal cable system”.
CAUTION:

Description in parentheses is a characteristic of hill holder and does not indicate abnormality.
Depressing force required for clutch pedal equipped to hill holder specifications is 20 to 29 N (2 to 3 kg, 4 to 7 lb) larger than
the conventional specifications, which does not constitute abnormality.

When vehicle cannot travel (brake cannot be released) because return spring is broken, remove adjusting nut, disconnect
clutch and PHV, and then return PHV lever to release the brake. (Be sure to apply the parking brake before starting this opera-
tion.)

The hill holder may not be activated on a slope of an extremely small inclination.
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2. Hill Holder

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2) If it is not in specified value, adjust it by turning adjust-
ing nut on engine side end of clutch cable.
Free play: L
3—4 mm (0.12—0.16 in)
Full stroke: A
25.5—27 mm (1.004—1.063 in)
3) Apply grease to connecting portion of clutch pedal and
clutch cable.


1Lock nut


2Adjusting nut


3Release fork
Lock nut tightening torque:
5.9±1.5 N⋅m (0.60±0.15 kg-m, 4.3±1.1 ft-lb)
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3. ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Check pedal stroke and free play by operating accelerator
pedal by hand.
If it is not within specified value, adjust it by turning nut
connecting accelerator cable to throttle body.
Free play at pedal pad: L
1—4 mm (0.04—0.16 in)
Stroke at pedal pad: A
50—55 mm (1.97—2.17 in)


1Accelerator pedal


2Toe board


3Accelerator cable
Accelerator cable lock nut tightening torque:
14±4 N⋅m (1.4±0.4 kg-m, 10.1±2.9 ft-lb)
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1. Pedal

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E: INSTALLATION
1) Installation is in the reverse order of removal proce-
dures.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to bend clutch cable too much.
Never fail to cover outer cable end with boot.
Be careful not to kink accelerator cable.
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Make sure that holder and casing cap are securely
connected.


1Casing cap


2Accelerator cable


3Toe board


4Accelerator pedal bracket


5Holder
2) Adjustment after pedal installation.

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4-5SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Pedal

2. Clutch Cable
A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect clutch cable from release lever.
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2) Depress clutch pedal to the floor.
3) Remove clutch cable clamp from pedal bracket.
4) Disconnect clutch cable from pedal bracket and pedal
end.
5) Remove clutch cable from body.
CAUTION:
Before removing clutch cable from toe board, remove
grommet. Slowly remove clutch cable, being careful
not to scratch it.
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B: INSTALLATION
1) Clean clutch pedal fitting hole, and apply grease. Con-
nect clutch cable to clutch pedal.
2) Fit clutch pedal to pedal bolt, and connect clutch cable
to bracket with clamp.
3) Connect clutch cable end to pedal end.
4) Connect clutch cable from release lever.
5) Install grommet to toe board.
6) Adjustment after cable installation.

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4-5SERVICE PROCEDURE
2. Clutch Cable

1. Pedal System and Control Cables
Trouble Corrective action
Excessively worn brake pedal pad Replace.
Failure of clutch and/or accelerator pedals to operate Connect cables correctly.
Stop light switch does not light up. Adjust position of stop light switch.
Stop light switch is not smooth and/or stroke is not correct. Replace.
Insufficient pedal play Adjust pedal play.
Clutch and/or brake pedal free play insufficient Adjust pedal free play.
Maladjustment of brake pedal or booster push rod Inspect and adjust.
Excessively worn and damaged pedal shaft and/or bushing Replace bushing and/or shaft with new one.
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4-5DIAGNOSTICS
1. Pedal System and Control Cables