VW A2: Dead clutch pedal (common cause)

[@totte1015]

Thanks to this video I managed to do this on my own Golf 2 GTI, Fun thing is I reached out to mechanic shop and asked the price for this job, and they tried to trick me that I needed clutch change, and I told them there is an "maintenance hatch" on 020 trans, but they didnt understand and played the card "we need to leave warranto hence we do the clutch too Saved around 900 dollars on this.

[@EXOVCDS]

I don't think it's about "tricking" people... some shops are more familiar with "known issues" than other shops.

[@oldowl4290]

Thomas, Jeff in San Diego here. After fixing our ECU issue last August we replaced our clutch (DIY) and all suspension components on our MK3 Cabrio in September (all by the book with Bentley and digital torque wrench). We also replaced the shifter linkage bushings at the same time for preventative maintenance. The car has been working fine (it's been 3500 miles of use) but now suddenly won't go into gear when running. Shifting through gears when off is fine. When the pedal is depressed, the arm movement is excessively high (hits the base of the round nut on casing) so we suspected the Release Arm was cracked like in this video but it is fine! We pulled it out and even checked it over with a magnifying glass. We had also replaced the T-O bearing and rear cap when we did the clutch and there was no excess debris in the end at that time. We are really puzzled since the clutch is new, the T-O bearing is new, and the release arm looks ok with minimal wear. All we can think to do now is replace the push rod with a new and or longer one. Before removing the arm finger, we pressed on the pedal and it looks like the TO is only moving forward maybe 3mm to 5mm at most but there is some push back. ...but again the main 10" arm on the side of the tranny moves higher than normal. It's like the clutch was broken in over the last 3,500 miles to point of possible previous wear on the rod, finger, etc which is causing the pressure plate to not disengage. The clutch cable is also new (self adjust type) which I asked you about a few weeks ago (compared to manual adjust) but it's obviously working since it's moving the arm so high. Is there anything else we should look into? We are totally perplexed.

[@EXOVCDS]

If that 10" arm moves as high as the support for the transmission... something internal is kaput (or the release rod has worn down too much). Try a different release rod.. if that does not solve things, you'll have to pull the transmission to have a look.

[@oldowl4290]

Thomas EXOVCDS thanks. Based on your input and some added info we found on BrokeVW site we think the rod is shot. We pulled it and the finger last night. The finger socket looks totally fine. Its contact point for the TO looks a little shiny as expected but the curve, viewed from the side looks normal and not overly worn. Pushrod is definitely a little shorter though on the Pressure Plate end so we will keep our fingers crossed. We are also switching to a manual adjust cable. Everyone on VW Vortex says ditch the self adjusting type.

[@oldowl4290]

I wanted to reply to this to let other people know what happened. It turned out that both the old clutch rod and then the new sharper rod we put in (which solved the issue for a few months) were both wearing a hole in the new thrust plate which attaches to the clutch. The rod blew a hole right through the plate!!! I was able to first confirm this by pulling off the end cap on the transmission, removing the clutch rod, and inserting a $20 USB-LED bore-scope camera for my cell phone that I bought off Amazon. The blast hole was obvious. Luckily we were able to get a new Sachs clutch from our supplier and were just within the 6 month warranty by 1 week to return the Valeo clutch pack. Also of luck was the fact that it fully went through at just 2 blocks from our house so I was able to push the car home, but also partially tore the LCL ligament on the side of my leg in the process! I could barely walk for a full month. Suffice to say, after redoing the clutch for the second time it's back on the road again and we switched to a manual adjust cable as the last one was a new auto-adjust. Regardless, we are still very perplexed as to what the original cause was. Was it an actual faulty chinesium part and or the auto-adjust cable or both??? In either case I can assume too much pressure was being applied to the thrust plate which caused the blowout. The clutch disc and flywheel both looked fine. While doing the clutch again we also fully rebuilt our ZF steering rack (meaning all internal seals via a $50 Gates kit) We had to reuse the 2 main pinion bearings though because new ones could not be found anywhere on the planet. After all this I think I'm done owning VWs. I think the MK3 clutch design is crap. All the pedal pressure being focused into that one small point as well the pedal assembly itself being made entirely of plastic is just bad engineering or is purposefully designed to fail. It's truly been a constant exercise in learning and lots and lots of patience. I do think the ABA 2.0 engine is strong, ...but everything attached to it and within 10 feet of it is not. Having to replace things like the coolant flange every 30k or the ignition switch, window regulators, etc, etc. These cars are for masochists who love to pay mechanics or just love to constantly work on cars themselves.

[@billrimmer5596]

I always learn something new from this great V dub channel!!!

[@EXOVCDS]

Thank you Bill!

[@ovwok]

Bill Rimmer hammer time

[@masonpugh3637]

Great video I'm 55 never owned a import till now like working on it and learning after divorced losing my dog plus retired truck drivers

[@stuzman52]

You always have new stuff Thomas that I can't remember seeing. If I ran across this job, I'll probably be pulling the transmission out :) Have a good one and don't work too hard!

[@EXOVCDS]

Actually, I'm having a hard time getting my hands on new stuff to record. =(

[@OneAuto]

Once again I've learnt something. Good job Thomas

[@EXOVCDS]

Thank you for continuing to watch! =)

[@baxrok2.]

You are extremely knowledgeable sir. Thanks!

[@EXOVCDS]

Baxrok2 I only know what I have worked on / seen before... at times, I can be like a deer staring into headlights.

[@daanvandijk3030]

Hi Thomas, I got a question, I replaced the cracked lever, but now the big lever won’t go back to horizontal position to connect the clutch cable. Bearing and rod are in fine condition. Feels like the rod won’t go far enough. What might it be or can I do? Thank you

[@EXOVCDS]

You'll have to remove the transmission to inspect the clutch pressure plate that the release rod pushes against. As the clutch wears, the pressure plate pushes out further against the release rod. Might be time for a new clutch.

[@jamesakey5817]

Thanks again for a helpful video! Embarrassingly I was the new guy with the clutch clip😂

[@EXOVCDS]

First times can always be a bit confusing. =)

[@crimpcreep6887]

Go to mushmeister, they have a billet aluminum replacement for rubber crap that connects cable to trans arm.. Also better trans linkage and short shift linkage. Also, Dan's vw page for mk3 Jetta info!

[@EXOVCDS]

All good info for DIY'ers, thanks! For us, dealing with local suppliers is easier / better.

[@SasukeGarage55]

And do you have a video and how the fix the door latch for the same vehicle

[@EXOVCDS]

Door latch? You mean the latch with the vacuum pod? I don't have a video for removing one... yet, sorry.

[@sheba6779]

Hi great video 👍🏼 . Would you recommend changing the slave cylinder when replacing a transmission from a salvage yard? I have a 2005 VW GTI 1.8t. I’m not seeing any signs of leakage but I don’t know the history of the vehicle. It is a OEM though. Thank you

[@EXOVCDS]

If it's a 6 speed transmission... replace the slave cylinder. If it's a 5 speed, it can be easily changed at any time.

[@sheba6779]

@@EXOVCDS ok thank you for responding, take care

[@jamesworley5073]

​@Thomas EXOVCDS hey do you know where I could get the new rubber and the two metal plates holding the clutch cable to the lever? I believe the clip broke and not release lever

[@EXOVCDS]

www.ecstuning.com/Volkswagen-Jetta_III--2.0/Search/SiteSearch/020301261/ www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-volkswagen-audi-parts/clutch-cable-clip-kit/1h0798303a/

[@jamesworley5073]

@Thomas EXOVCDS hey have you ever had the issue when installing a new/remanfactured Power Steering pump. When replacing the O-ring on the Return outlet and onto the Steering pump, it leaks in that area? Have you ever just used high-temp gasket sealant or just a thicker O-ring? I think it could be I have too much tension on the hose itself due to installing the power steering filter and not having the hose cut straight toi

[@chesteralexander7204]

Thank you , your video saved me alot of cash😊😊

[@EXOVCDS]

Thank you for watching!

[@RETZ1LLA]

I know this video is old but you seem really good at replying to comments! My clutch pedal/lever is sticking the clutch pedal will engage the pressure plate just hardly enough then the pedal gets stuck just at the release and won’t come out to the complete released position I’ve readjusted the cable “self adjusting” and the lever itself is still sticky could it be the bearing on the end of the pressure plate pushrod? Any info would help before I tear into it

[@EXOVCDS]

Check the pedal cluster for cracks and a broken clutch cable support tube at the pedal cluster (where the cable enters the firewall).

[@EXOVCDS]

Watch this.... and check if it is loose. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaOceaqPZ8itp9k

[@EXOVCDS]

One more. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3vCd5WZgLugn7M

[@sheba6779]

Hi great video 👍🏼 . Would you recommend changing the slave cylinder when replacing a transmission from a salvage yard? I’m not seeing any signs of leakage but I don’t know the history of the vehicle. It is a OEM though. Thank you

[@EXOVCDS]

If it's a 6 speed transmission... replace the slave cylinder. If it's a 5 speed, it can be easily changed at any time.

[@sheba6779]

@@EXOVCDS thank you

[@EXOVCDS]

Which is it... 5 or 6 speed? Are you also changing the clutch, the rear main seal, the input shaft seal? What is wrong with the original transmission?

[@sheba6779]

@@EXOVCDS Hi thank you for responding. It’s a 2005 VW GTI 1.8t 5 speed. There’s a huge hole in the bell housing so I sourced a used transmission. There’s no signs of leakage around or inside the output shaft seals on the used transmission but I did order a new ones. Surprisingly the shaft spline is in good shape with no movement and output flanges are also tight. I’m changing the rear main seal to. I went through the gears on the used transmission and every gear shift’s smoothly. Should I change the input shaft sleeve and the input seal?

[@EXOVCDS]

It would make sense to do so... especially if you will be installing a new clutch & release bearing. Replace the release bearing lever as well. Only use VW lever or upgraded / beefy aftermarket ones. Generic release levers tend to fail early.

[@crimpcreep6887]

Go to MushMeister to get better/ billet parts for shift cable where connects to shift lever. Also has better shift rods, short shifter partts. Better bushings. Also, go to DansVWpage for mk1,2,3 info and links! We all Appreciate Thomas, too!

[@EXOVCDS]

crimp creep good tips & info, thanks!

[@chrisladouceur4093]

Mushmeister always seems to be sold out

[@pablofarias4915]

Hi thomas! i have a trouble with my car. i can't take off the release rod 6:32 What could it be ? it just comes out a little ( by the way the bearing it was broken and the cover does not exist) Thank!

[@EXOVCDS]

Clamp the rod with vice grips and then hammer on the vice grips to pull the rod out. The rod is most likely stuck in the release plate (broke through the plate).

[@ecophage]

So my level is acting normal but clutch isn’t releasing, grinds into gears pedal feels normal. I was thinking release bearing rod end bearing but that and the finger are good. Am I dealing with a bad auto adjusting cable? Pedal feels fine lever appears to operate fine? Thanks

[@EXOVCDS]

Not sure... is the pedal cluster OK? When pressing the clutch pedal, if the brake pedal moves... check for cracks in the pedal cluster or for a loose "tube" that the clutch cable sits in (at the firewall).

[@a.r.1066]

Hi Thomas, I like and seen most of your vídeos of the mk2's. If my car 1991 Jetta doesn't take first or second speed, What would be the problem? Stick shift.

[@EXOVCDS]

Worn shifter bushings... shifter linkage out of adjustment... worst case, a problem inside the transmission.

[@mozza535]

Great video, but what if after all that your clutch pedal doesn't return all the way up even after resetting the cable multiple times? Asking for a friend😅

[@EXOVCDS]

Year, model? Is the metal tube (that the clutch cable slides into) at the firewall loose?

[@mozza535]

@@EXOVCDS 99' vw caddy. I have no metal tube at the firewall, just a hole that the cable goes down through to pedal. Thanks for the quick reply.

[@EXOVCDS]

@mozza535 The cable needs to be supported. Can you post a video of how the cable attaches / goes through the firewall? The other possibility is that the clutch pedal "over center" spring is broken or has popped out of place.

[@crimpcreep6887]

Thomas, can the Self adj cable get Stuck, with clutch pedal all the way down if all else is good? I heard you can put a non adj cable in place of adj one, is that true?😁

[@EXOVCDS]

If the mechanism is bad / won't ratchet / hold, then yes... pedal could collapse and stay down. Yes, manual cable can be installed... you will need to space / shim the cable correctly at the firewall & at the transmission.

[@crimpcreep6887]

I'll buy regular self adjust one then. One I have now is 145k original. I plan on taking out seat and doing clutch pedal connection. Thanks!

[@Trexpass]

Hey what would cause my clutch (mk3 golf convertible 1h1) to grab low after a pump it a bunch of times in neutral before going into gear It also slips sometimes but now always couple days ago I drove it a bit harder than usual and there was no slip, and sometimes it slips really easy

[@EXOVCDS]

Manually adjusting clutch cable or self adjusting clutch cable?

[@Trexpass]

@@EXOVCDS self adjusting clutch cable system

[@EXOVCDS]

Could be that the self adjusting mechanism is slipping / over or under adjusting intermittently... resulting in low pedal or slipping clutch. If it's an old cable, replace it. If it is a recently new cable, could be that it is defective.

[@Trexpass]

@@EXOVCDS thanks I'm about to replace the self adjuster, I did have a oil leak which coated most of the engine bay in oil and the cover is gone, so i hope its that!

[@josephhamilton9080]

I have watched alot of your videos I have a vw jetta 97 new clutch clutch will not disengage

[@EXOVCDS]

Self adjusting clutch cable? Did you collapse the cable before installing it?

[@paulmayou370]

Great video Thomas

[@EXOVCDS]

Thank you!

[@saamer81]

Thank you very much you are helped me a lot .. can you tell me what the name this spare part for golf mk4 1.6sr for make order from spare parts shop Thank you..♥️

[@EXOVCDS]

www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-volkswagen-audi-parts/clutch-operating-lever/02k141709a/ www.ecstuning.com/b-sachs-parts/release-bearing/020141165g~sac/ www.ecstuning.com/b-meyle-parts/transmission-end-cover-cap/020141073a~mey/

[@saamer81]

@@EXOVCDS thnx bro

[@johnhayes9437]

the seal around the clutch pushrod at the engine side--can you feel the pushrod go thru it when reinstalling ? if it gets knocked out, the transmission oil will leak

[@EXOVCDS]

John Hayes Notice how carefully i push it back into place at 6:55 If it comes out, then it wasn't installed correctly / was sitting loose.

[@johnhayes9437]

can I get a little off topic here and ask some advise from you..... what oil would you recommend for breaking in a flat tappet cam in a sbc engine... I have a few to rebuild but am not familiar with the newer lubricants. they will be a higher performance than stock but not race. higher rate valve springs will likely be installed....but should I break the cam in with weaker springs first ??

[@EXOVCDS]

You might want to talk to a machine shop that deals with rebuilding engine. A lot of them build race engines. I can only suggest what the manufacturer suggests.

[@crimpcreep6887]

Thomas! Where does 020 pushrod Bearing, little star looking thing, go? On release bearing side, or clutch side? Thanks!

[@EXOVCDS]

Clutch side (remove transmission).

[@makersmark4078]

This page might help also... www.brokevw.com/020seal.html

[@kcummo]

Our transmission is leaking from the seal where that clutch lever enters the transmission. 4 speed vw rabbit diesel 1984.

[@EXOVCDS]

Replace the seal.

[@kcummo]

@@EXOVCDS any idea on the part number? I can’t seem to find it. I tried googling all kind of stuff… “clutch release lever seal” “release bearing lever seal”?

[@EXOVCDS]

@@kcummo Contact this guy: www.brokevw.com/

[@Joshee365]

Hey I just got a beautiful jetta 2.0 with this same problem. I changed the clutch push rod lever cuz it was broken just like the one in this video, but when i put it all back together the clutch still gets stuck to the floor. Please help me!

[@EXOVCDS]

In some cases, the new lever can break as soon as the pedal is pushed... if you find no other reason for low pedal, you might have to check the lever again. Manual or automatic adjusting cable? At what angle is the release lever sitting when the clutch cable is in place (pull up on the pedal and check the lever)... at what position is the release lever when the pedal stays to the floor? Send images to: fkh161 @ fkh161 .ca (no spaces)

[@grivious31]

Hello what could cause this type on clutch to make rubbing then metallic grinding noise when NEW (Btw found the rod eaten by 15mm )

[@EXOVCDS]

Something not installed correctly or wrong parts.

[@choppa939]

I'm having a problem! So I did my transmission and clutch in my 020 98 and I just did my throw out bearing. But when I push in the clutch half way it making a loud grinding/or squealing noise. I can't think of anything else to check. Please let me know!

[@EXOVCDS]

Try to localize where the noise is coming from / which end of the transmission. If it's from the clutch side, you'll have to pull the transmission again.

[@Global_trav]

hello, I have a 2004 Audi A4 1.8t. and my car is in limp mode, got a code for (p0716 input turbine speed sensor... now I find out, after 2002 Audi stopped putting them in the conventional place by the axel flange. I cannot locate where the sensor is..... if I could get a picture or description as to where to start looking and what to look for, that would be a blessing!!!

[@EXOVCDS]

The sensor at the conventional space at the axle flange... was the "vehicle speed" sensor, not the "turbine" speed sensor. Turbine speed sensor is INSIDE the transmission. Remove the oil pan and valve body to get access to it. Front wheel drive vehicle or Quattro?

[@rhkips]

What a bizarre design! Does that pushrod go through the center of the mainshaft...?

[@EXOVCDS]

rhkips Yup.

[@bonganindlovu7559]

Good day sir I have a VW polo classic 1998 1.6 litre my clutch is halfway down and it does not go into gears and only goes into a gear when off so I got a mechanic who said it's clutch so I bought it and replaced but still no change and making noise when trying to put in her, please help

[@bonganindlovu7559]

Put in gear sorry, and it makes a grinding noise and I also got a clutch cable but still nothing

[@EXOVCDS]

020 transmission?

[@normansmith7806]

I would have drop the retainer clip at least once or twice 😊

[@willpoyntz1938]

what are the names for that spring ? and what is the name of the tiny lever which had the crack? is their a name for that access cover you removed? sorry for all the questions but I need to open that thing up for the same issue (my cable was still fully attached however). Thanks.

[@EXOVCDS]

Year, make, model?

[@willpoyntz1938]

@@EXOVCDS 1998 VW golf. Video was great. I had the same cracked clutch control lever, replacing the bearing as well, and cover. Parts show up tomorrow! Hopefully nothing else is wrong it was a $1000 car and lasted almost a year before this. Cheers!

[@EXOVCDS]

@@willpoyntz1938 Thanks for the info... so I guess you don't need info if parts are coming tomorrow. Let me know how things are after installing. Make sure to collapse the clutch cable and hold it in the collapsed position when connecting the cable to the clutch lever... and then allow the cable to extend so it can self adjust.

[@willpoyntz1938]

@@EXOVCDS Well it works! My wife and I are pretty proud of ourselves having never even changed oil before. We broke the first replacement lever (banged with hammer to get into place), the 2nd we just lubed up. We had a really hard time getting the cable reconnected, ours had virtually no slack at all when collapsed, probably took us a good hour and 15 attempts. Thanks for all the help we couldn't have done it without your video. Cheers!

[@EXOVCDS]

@@willpoyntz1938 Thank you for the update! The cable should go on easily when collapsed... when it does not, that means that the clutch is getting to the end of it's life and will probably start to slip soon. The other reason for difficult to attach, is if someone added an extra (or the wrong size) rubber spacer to the cable (at either end). If you have a thick spacer at the transmission end (where the retaining clip attaches), you can install a thinner rubber spacer. The added stress on the cable can cause the cable to snap (at either end), puts too much unnecessary pressure on the release bearing & release plate and can cause premature failure of the little lever that you guys just replaced. Just some things to keep in mind.

[@soccer1404]

Thank you for this vid. This is the issue I was having

[@EXOVCDS]

Thank you for watching & taking the time to comment!

[@mostlymoparih5682]

Great video love your light and you have your camera dialed in. Nice. Tight butt knot two2 tight. Is this tight enough? No make it a little tighter. A little more okay. Snap. What was that noise? I told you tight butt knot two2 tight. So now ya know what two2 tight is. ya shoulda used your built in torque wrench.

[@bigd5625]

Thomas could you possibly help me? When I go through my gears , it sounds like something is whining kinda like a old ford power steering pump. It only does this when I’m giving it gas. When I take my foot off of the gas it stops. Also on jackstands I can’t replicate the sound. I’ve changed my whole front suspension. I thought it was wheel bearings then axles. Other that really car drives great. I have a mk4 Vw golf 2.0. If you were closer I would definitely bring it to you. Because I’m lost. I like to work on my own cars. But I’m lost on this one . If you are anyone can help I would appreciate your help!!!

[@EXOVCDS]

Could be differential noise... the ring gear could be worn on one side, causing the noise to be present when gas is applied and not present when coasting. Remove the drain plug and look at the differential gear teeth through the drain plug hole. Teeth should look shiney on both sides.

[@bigd5625]

@@EXOVCDS thank you so much bud! I’ll check that out and see what it looks like!!!

[@chasexy021]

I'd love to get your email as I will be doing this coming weekend, that clutch lever by the gear box doesn't fully disengage and now the car is kinda driving with the clutch in. VW Golf MK1, 97 Model, Carb, Long manual adjustable cable.

[@EXOVCDS]

My contact info can be found on my "youtube ABOUT" page... loosen the cable adjustment.

[@edwardfrudenberg6125]

this was very helpful thanks great video and advise

[@christianzarate8319]

Hey Thomas I have a question I replace the bearing the rod and the other broken thing but now the car that’s want to go in gear it can be a worn clutch???

[@EXOVCDS]

Christian Zarate you can't move the shifter into gear when the engine is running or you can but nothing happens? Manual or self adjusting clutch cable?

[@christianzarate8319]

I can’t move the shifter

[@christianzarate8319]

When the engine is running

[@christianzarate8319]

I don’t know how to adjust the cable

[@EXOVCDS]

How does the clutch pedal feel? Send me a picture of the clutch cable: [e-mail]

[@JDisNtsense0987]

Is there a part number for the piece that is pressed against the throw out bearing?

[@EXOVCDS]

www.ecstuning.com/b-assembled-by-ecs-parts/release-bearing-kit/02002srbk/

[@JDisNtsense0987]

@@EXOVCDS Nice, thanks, dropping the tranny in my mk3 cabrio to replace the input shaft seal and the rod seal on the 020 tranny and the rear seal off the aba, aswell as the clutch. Somehow I was getting oil from the starter mounting hole. Assuming one of the these three were leaking and being thrown up, gonna replace them all.

[@EXOVCDS]

@@JDisNtsense0987 Let me know how it went!

[@JDisNtsense0987]

@@EXOVCDS not sure but after all is said and done, the starter is sticking and not disengaging the flywheel now. Everything is lined up correctly, mounting holes, bellhousing with the block, shit when I take the starter out and turn the engine, it's smooth, I even tested with a known spare starter.

[@EXOVCDS]

@@JDisNtsense0987 Ignition key OFF, trigger the starter like I did in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5-uqK2dZ9Smg8k What happens? Record a video with a helper and post it, so that I can see & hear.

[@dezielgrove1351]

Hi thre just would like to know....if replace the pressure plate and release bearing and still not working.what could thn b the problem.

[@EXOVCDS]

A2 / mk2? kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3vCd5WZgLugn7M kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaOceaqPZ8itp9k

[@dezielgrove1351]

@@EXOVCDS ....good morng sir I have replaced a new pedal box as well...its A2,what i dont understand after replacing new pressure plate cover wher the pin push in,new release bearing,but stil dont wna go into gear.would could be the problem.

[@EXOVCDS]

@@dezielgrove1351 how does the clutch pedal feel? Soft / easy to push? Is it the same height as the brake pedal? Manually adjusted clutch cable or self adjusting? Do the gears grind when you try to go into gear or the stick does not move? Goes into gear if engine is off? When engine is running goes into gear but nothing happens when you release pedal? New clutch disc or old? Post a video so I can hear & see what is happening. The more I know, the better I can help.

[@dezielgrove1351]

@@EXOVCDS the clutch pedal is like half body and normal position,gears grind when it wna go in but not even go in gear...I looked in the body itself for tearing but nothng..I just dont understand after replacing new bearing and pressure plate cover it dnt wana work.do u think I should replace new cable...1 question does the cables stretch?

[@dezielgrove1351]

The clutch dedal is not on the same level as the break pedal.an if I pull it up to the same level as the break pedal and try to put in gear it goes down bit only comes up a little bit.

[@arridrey57]

Questions: I was having the same issue my pedal went to the floor and I couldn’t get into gears, before finding this video I replaced the cable to the pedal and the pedal went back to normal but it will still not let me change into gear could that also be a cause of this lever to let me change into gear ?

[@EXOVCDS]

Year, make, model? How does the pedal feel? Self adjusting cable or manual cable? Engine off, place into first gear, keep foot on clutch pedal / to the floor, start engine... does the car want to move forward (hand brake off)?

[@arridrey57]

Thomas EXOVCDS Volkswagen cabrio 2001 5 speed, not sure if it’s self adjusting or manual. But when I put the car on 1st gear engine off and clutch pedal to the floor and start the car the car does want to move forward.

[@EXOVCDS]

Send me a picture of the clutch cable (hood up picture)... click the fkh161 link in the description and then click "tool request" to send me the picture.

[@tlholomokoena1030]

Hi i have the same situation but mine goes forward on gear 1 i thought it was clutch cable but still the pedal is not tight enough

[@conormcshane4794]

​@@EXOVCDSso I have a 99 jetta car will start in first gear and float shift but if I start in nutrual I can't put it in any gear. Where should I start

[@Jacob.Hajarat]

i have a rattling noise when in neutral and clutch is not pressed, once i press the clutch the noise goes away, will changing this bearing solve the issue?

[@EXOVCDS]

Year? 020 transmission? Recent clutch work? Never came across a rattle from an 020... unless the wrong pressure plate was installed. Depending on year, pressure plates had a single notch or a 2 notch pressure plate to match a single pin or 2 pin flywheel. If the rattle is internal... you'd have to open her up to see what's going on.

[@Jacob.Hajarat]

@@EXOVCDS 020, not sure what year the gearbox is, clutch working

[@EXOVCDS]

@@Jacob.Hajarat noise goes away with slight pressure on pedal or the pedal has to be to the floor?

[@Jacob.Hajarat]

@@EXOVCDS i replaced it and the noise is gone. thanks man

[@EXOVCDS]

@@Jacob.Hajarat Thanks for the update.

[@rubecordovaguitarist]

I have had to replace that throw lever several times...clutch is ok...any ideas?

[@EXOVCDS]

Manual or self adjusting cable? Adjusted too tight? Look for a beefier lever?

[@gertscheepers4211]

Thank you for this. It helped me alot!

[@EXOVCDS]

Thank you for watching... nice to hear that one of my videos was of help.

[@SasukeGarage55]

Hi Thomas exovcds my 2002 vw cabrio engine light is on but I check it and no code ,what should I do

[@EXOVCDS]

What scan tool are you using?

[@SasukeGarage55]

Thomas EXOVCDS cread@rVI launch

[@keletsom9291]

You know your job bra, for me i did try to replace the church cable but the pedal doesn't go up itself, PLS HELP ME WAT SHOULD I DO?

[@EXOVCDS]

Was the little lever broken? Year, model? Maybe the pushrod has broken through the release plate behind the clutch disc... or the pedal cluster is broken.

[@keletsom9291]

@@EXOVCDS its golf 3 vw 1996 i dnt think something is broken bcoz when i check your video it seems like i didn't adjust cable or pump it a bit

[@EXOVCDS]

Manual adjusting cable or self adjusting cable? Is the "over-center" spring ok? Does pedal come up a little or stays all the way down?

[@keletsom9291]

@@EXOVCDS it stays all de way down its self adjusting cable

[@EXOVCDS]

Grab the cable above the "accordion" and pull up on the cable. The adjusting mechanism might not be working. How high does the lever at the transmission move? In my video at 8:30, I can only move it to the horizontal position with my hand. You?

[@joewontwice]

What can cause grinding while pressing in the clutch after a new clutch

[@EXOVCDS]

Incorrect part, incorrect installation, incorrect clutch cable adjustment... I can't tell from where I am at. Post a video on your channel so that I can see & hear what is happening.

[@joewontwice]

@@EXOVCDS it was a clutch kit for a mk3 gti

[@EXOVCDS]

What is your vehicle / engine? Original flywheel or mk3 GTI? How many locating pins in the flywheel? How many locating holes in the GTI pressure plate? If the problem wasn't there before, then there is a problem with one of the new parts.

[@joewontwice]

@Thomas EXOVCDS 1992 gti mk2 16v aug 5 speed transmission Part number K70037-07 The new clutch was a K70037-02 for the bigger input with 28 spines some how the euro shop i purchased the clutch from was the wrong part

[@EXOVCDS]

So the grinding was the inputshaft in the bigger clutch disc hole?

[@peteyelton8441]

We not starting right away cause of weather??

[@EXOVCDS]

I can't help if I don't know what the issue is.

[@cameronunderwood439]

What is the name of that part. A clutch clip??

[@EXOVCDS]

www.ecstuning.com/b-assembled-by-ecs-parts/release-bearing-kit/02002srbk/

[@blackstarberg]

Thomas where is your shop

[@EXOVCDS]

Canada.

[@epifaniogalindo9500]

Hey so I had the same problem happen to me while driving when I shifted my golf into 1st gear and the pedal just stayed in but still was able to get it home while shifting according to rpm. I looked at your video and I changed out the clutch fork like on your video...so when I got done I thought it was good and tried to run but when I pressed clutch in seemed kinda different and the gear wasn't engaging at all to run. Before I did all the work I had to move my golf and it ran with a push and threw it I first gear but now that I replaced the fork nothing... not even if I throw it in 1st and turn key it wont jump or nothing. Is there anything that I could of done wrong? If any one can help!

[@EXOVCDS]

Clutch cable adjustment is too tight.

[@epifaniogalindo9500]

So how do you adjust.. Cant get it down enough to put on lock

[@EXOVCDS]

@@epifaniogalindo9500 Start watching this link at the 20 second mark. You need to "collapse" the cable, hold it in the collapsed position and then attach it to the transmission arm (2 people is best, on on top and one under the car to attach the clips). This is an old video, it's not the best but if you pay attention, you'll figure out how to do it. Basically slide the clutch cable sleeve forward & back until the sleeve collapses. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYGsZqShrdSfZpo At the 31 second mark you can hear the "ratchet mechanism" collapse.

[@epifaniogalindo9500]

Thank You for your feed back was very helpful. I'm glad I left comment and you replied because I was going to take apart again to see if everything was installed right. I finally got on how to adjust cable and it also took two just to insert the lock pin I guess you would call it. Once again Thank You for your help will keep watching your videos to learn more..👍👍

[@EXOVCDS]

@@epifaniogalindo9500 Is the clutch working correctly now (is the car moving)? Thank you for watching my videos!

[@MaikEletrica]

Very nice!

[@EXOVCDS]

Old school!

[@joshuafrison5793]

What is that pieace called the one that was broken inside

[@EXOVCDS]

www.germanautoparts.com/catalog/search/Volkswagen/1997/2187/20/11030

[@mikivojinov6381]

Nice video!

[@EXOVCDS]

Thank you for watching!

[@ETA555]

This will be the same for the MK 3 I think

[@EXOVCDS]

Yes. As long as it's an 020 transmission.

[@ETA555]

@@EXOVCDS Do you have any partnumbers on the parts I need to change? The lever and the cap

[@EXOVCDS]

www.ecstuning.com/b-assembled-by-ecs-parts/release-bearing-kit/02002srbk/

[@gerardoalvarez7541]

Super Good video bro Thanks u help to much and save big 💰👍

[@EXOVCDS]

Gerardo Alvarez thank you for watching!

[@cal6023]

Very useful video!

[@EXOVCDS]

Thank you and thank you for watching!

[@wesleyhunter501]

Hey man got some questions for ya again! So here in Alaska it's been -10 out lately an my clutch suddenly wont come back up an when I put it to the ground it stays but isn't engaging the clutch so I can't get it in gear when I did the trans last i put that pilot bearing in an it was very tight fit even with lots of lube should i assume that's the issue an maybe sand it down to make it move a little freely? Thanks again man

[@wesleyhunter501]

I looked at it an looks like it's been smacking it so hard it made an indent on the pilot bearing.

[@EXOVCDS]

Year of car? Self adjusting cable or manual? Is the pedal cluster OK / not cracked? When the pedal does not want to come back up, what's the position of the release lever at the side of the transmission (the one that the cable is attached to). Post a video on your channel or send me picture... contact info is on my site (fkh161 link in the description).

[@wesleyhunter501]

@@EXOVCDS 98 vw jetta 2.0 GL, self adjusting cable but I put a spacer so that I dont have to fight with the cable not working properly. The release arm is just past 9 when it's not pressed an when it is goes to top but clutch isn't engaging. An the inside lever isn't broken an springs feel okay as well..

[@EXOVCDS]

So I don't get confused and so that we are on the same page: When the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor... the clutch is supposed to "disengage". When the clutch pedal is released... the clutch is supposed to "engage". If the release lever (where the cable attaches) position is OK (at rest & when pedal is to the floor) then the problem is with the clutch itself... a collapsed pressure plate that is not releasing the disc correctly / enough.

[@wesleyhunter501]

@@EXOVCDS okay so when mines on the floor it doesn't want to come back up an it wont let me go into gear when car is on.

[@timothyturley4488]

Thomas i did what you did in this video but still have a dead pedal. What can it be please help

[@EXOVCDS]

How high does the release lever go on your car? At 8:26 the lever is sitting horizontal to the transmission... does yours?

[@timothyturley4488]

@@EXOVCDS it goes to like 9:30. But the pedal stays to the floor. New clutch with all the stuff that comes with it.

[@EXOVCDS]

Manual or self adjusting cable? Is the clutch pedal bracket cracked / broken? Did you have this issue before replacing the clutch?

[@timothyturley4488]

@@EXOVCDS yes had the problem before the clutch. Now it is an adjustable.

[@EXOVCDS]

How much adjustment is left at the adjustment end? Did you check the clutch pedal cluster for cracks? Is the tube at the firewall broken? Click the fkh161 website link in the description and send me pictures (click on tool request).

[@ferfire9]

Hello Thomas, could you help me out with my car which is a Seat from 1996, same VW mechanic components, its a 1.6 1F engine petrol with motronic system. Took it for a mechanic to change timing belt, and the car never came alright, i took it off, ajdusted it right, but the problem persists, not only when i adjust the distributor to the notch, it has slugish acceleration(no power), the car is also stalling, rpm going really low when stopping or pressing the clutch sometimes, been trying to advance the timing by rotating the distributor, it fixes the acceleration problem but i dont know if its the right timing etc, does not fix the rpm stalling though...No vacuum leaks as far as i am aware, my car has no pcv valve i think, no maf sensor aswell. Distributor cap is a bit worn out though, but car didnt have problems before. Thank you very much.

[@EXOVCDS]

Camshaft / crankshaft timing could be out... that is why it feels sluggish. Let me check if I can find information on your engine.

[@EXOVCDS]

I don't have any information in my service software. Can you send me pictures of your engine so that I can see what it looks like? [e-mail]

[@ferfire9]

imgur.com/a/qVV4K Thank you for your help, the cam/crank are off by less than half a tooth, no matter how much i play with the tensioner and the belt, or how i ajdust the pulleys, they never line up 100%, it came from the mechanic a few mm worse...When checking transmission tdc (0) and comparing with cam notch, they are now closer than when it came out. Maybe i should try to find vacuum leaks? I tried checking all the hoses , intake, etc. No signal of bad hoses, crack...

[@EXOVCDS]

ferfire9 The cam & crank are OK. The distributor cap is no good. Replace it.

[@EXOVCDS]

ferfire9 Also check the rubber seal under the throttle body.

[@jordanb9903]

Where is the best place to buy these parts and cap?

[@EXOVCDS]

Many places online... a local auto parts store might have them.

[@jordanb9903]

@@EXOVCDS can you name them the end cap, the lever that was cracked and on my 1996 I have a flashing oil light

[@EXOVCDS]

Those are not going to fix the flashing oil light.

[@EXOVCDS]

www.brokevw.com/TO.html

[@SasukeGarage55]

Is the the same thing for the mk3 jetta?

[@EXOVCDS]

Yes, as long as it is a 2.0l or Turbo Diesel. The VR6 transmission is different.

[@SasukeGarage55]

Thomas EXOVCDS thank you for the information

[@cameronunderwood439]

Or clutch lever clip???

[@EXOVCDS]

www.ecstuning.com/b-assembled-by-ecs-parts/release-bearing-kit/02002srbk/

[@rrmech11]

Nice explanation

[@EXOVCDS]

Thank you.

[@milolll]

So better not double-clutching?

[@EXOVCDS]

mi lu Double clutching is not needed anyways.

[@milolll]

Pray tell, is it that 020 has stronger synco?

[@EXOVCDS]

+mi lu I've never double clutched or needed to. If you have to, something is wrong. If you are doing it to prevent an issue in the future... go ahead and continue.

[@SteveRobReviews]

What's the odds it falls off in his driveway . 👍👍

[@EXOVCDS]

Actually, I think it was at a stoplight.

[@mostlymoparih5682]

Dun da da dun Can't touch this. Yeah would have been real cool if we heard MC say Hammer Time.

[@mostlymoparih5682]

Love the added extras ya had me laughing even without the music.

[@EXOVCDS]

Glad you liked it!

[@Enspedal]

very useful video, thank you............

[@EXOVCDS]

Nice of you to say, thank you and thank you for watching!

[@Enspedal]

@@EXOVCDS I repaired my vehicle thanks to you, thank you

[@whatnextsunshine3046]

MC Hammer.... I cant believe it XD you edited MC Hammer in when you hammered??lol

[@EXOVCDS]

Stop... hammer time! =)

[@txsviking]

I knew a guy that could pump it with his foot :0

[@hello_emrah]

thank you!

[@EXOVCDS]

Thank you for watching!

[@DENNISGFISCHER6]

What kind of gear oil???

[@EXOVCDS]

GL4 SAE 75W90 synthetic lubricant.

[@DENNISGFISCHER6]

@@EXOVCDS can I use 80w-90 valvoline high performance?

[@EXOVCDS]

Will probably be ok... but I don't know, since I only use 75W90.

[@DENNISGFISCHER6]

@@EXOVCDS thanks. I can't find anything about it

[@EXOVCDS]

The 80w90 or the 75w90?

[@CarlosHernandez-vw7dd]

Cuanto debe medir la barilla esa ?

[@EXOVCDS]

Estoy usando Google para traducir, ¿puedes volver a expresarlo?

[@emanuelescobar4837]

How long does the rod have to be?? Is it different for golf and jetta?

[@EXOVCDS]

Golf & jetta are the same, but there is a difference between early & later years... I think.

[@rharris5811]

Hammer time

[@EXOVCDS]

Can't touch this!

[@shermantarpley1539]

Thanks...

[@shermantarpley1539]

I just had a clutch installed in my 99 cabriolet and the clutch seems so close to the floor. When I'm in gear and ease off the pedal I only get about an inch off the floor and it grabs. Is that normal. Or does the cable needs adjusted like you showed

[@EXOVCDS]

Self adjusting cable or manually adjusting cable (should be self). Try to readjust / reset the cable. When you press the clutch pedal, look for brake pedal movement as the clutch pedal moves down & up. It could be that the pedal cluster is cracked... resulting in less clutch / pressure plate activation... causing low clutch grab.

[@mkfourgli1]

That's tight

[@EXOVCDS]

What's tight? Thank you for watching!

[@Global_trav]

thank you

[@Badgertronix]

not your first rodeo, that's for sure

[@EXOVCDS]

Most of what I record... BTDT. I don't like recording 1st time jobs.

[@mostlymoparih5682]

Bull. I didn't sea any bulls. Say dew they have rodeos in NZ?

[@Badgertronix]

We have plenty of rodeos and not just on Saturday nights when the pubs close.

[@mostlymoparih5682]

You very funny Dr Jones.

[@mediacomputer2338]

hah! I just left like #318!

[@EXOVCDS]

LOL... thank you!