1998 Honda Accord new clutch padel way too tight

1998 HONDA ACCORD

155,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL

MONTA21

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hi, i had my new clutch kit installed on my car. its a exedy aftermarket kit. everythings fine but my clutch padel feels really really tight and i am getting back pain for this. really weird. the mechanic says that it can't loosen or anything. i thought its normal but its hurting my back now. and really like to know if he did do anything wrong. i only paid 200 bucks for the labour! is there a way i can loosen the padel?

thanks in advance

Dec 9, 2008 at 12:24 PM

KHLOW2008

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Hi monta21,

When the clutch kits had been replaced, the other problem likely to cause a heavy clutch pedal is the clutch release bearing fork. It could be worn unevenly or lacks lubrication. Requires removal of trans to check/and rectify.

The job was not done well, without a closer inspection of the linkages, forks and not properly lubricated.

Dec 13, 2008 at 12:53 PM

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