Clutch Pedal Sticks or Binds. Pontiac Sunfire 2001

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2001 🢒 Sunfire 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Clutch 🢒 Clutch Pedal Sticks or Binds

When the clutch pedal sticks or binds during clutch pedal travel there might be a faulty bushing or a worn or damaged release bearing.

The clutch pedal damage may have been caused by improper fluid install in the hydraulic system.

Disconnecting the clutch master cylinder from the clutch pedal will ensure there are no other interference with the clutch pedal action.

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Action

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DEFINITION: The clutch pedal sticks or binds during clutch pedal travel.

Did you review the clutch symptom operations and perform the necessary inspections?

Inspect for restrictions that would pervent full pedal travel.

•	Aftermarket floor coverings

•	Under dash insulation panels

•	Wiring harnesses

Did you find and repair the condition?

Remove the clutch master cylinder from the clutch pedal assembly. Refer to Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement .
Inspect the clutch pedal for binding.

Does the clutch pedal still bind?

Replace the clutch pedal assembly. Refer to Clutch Pedal Replacement .

Did you find and repair the condition?

Inspect the clutch hydraulic system for faulty operation Refer to Clutch Pedal Hard to Push

Did you find and repair the condition?

Go to Diagnostic Aids

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK