Why is the clutch pedal sticking down on my Ford Focus?

It now has nearly 10,000 on the clock. Soon after I bought the car the clutch pedal started sticking down so that it only moved 1/2 inch but the clutch still engaged. Eventually the pedal never returned on its own, I had to lift the clutch pedal up with my foot.

Why is the clutch cable on my car not working?

If your car has a cable-operated clutch and you find that the gears are difficult to engage, the pedal action is stiff, or there is any sign that the clutch pedal is reluctant to come back up again, then the chances are that the clutch cable is damaged.

How do you change the clutch cable on a Ford?

If the inner cable tries to move round as you remove the adjuster nut, hold the metal end of the cable with pliers until the adjuster undoes. The other connection, used extensively on Fords, has a nipple on the end of the cable that fits into a slot on the end of the clutch lever.

Why does my Clutch not shift into gears?

Q: My clutch won’t let me shift into gears, and my clutch feels soft when pressed down. Here’s my issue, I can’t shift gears when I press down the clutch. Instead when I try to shift, it doesn’t go into gear and I hear a loud gear grinding noise every time. Although I can shift when the car is off and it moves.

What’s the gear stick on a 1999 focus?

Had a 1999 Focus 1.8 Zetec, new clutch fitted, ran OK for about a week. Wife come to slap it in reverse to get off the drive, “floppy” stick wont select a gear. Phone the mechanic out, who got a younger guy to fit the clutch.

How does sticky clutch work on Ford Focus?

It started off where as you lifted it, your foot would leave it, then the pedal jumped the last few centimetres and bounced on to your sole. The next morning was quite cool, and after the first depression to start the car, it stuck half way down.

Why is the gearstick on my Ford Focus all floppy?

Cars done 150K, new clutch last year. just had MOT and service and the gearbox just went floppy. It’s stuck in what may be third gear and the gears tick just flops about. I have read in various places of a bias spring, but The AA man couldn’t shed any light on the problem and reckoned the problem was inside the gearbox.

How much does it cost to fix clutch on Ford Focus?

So if you get a clutch pedal not coming all the way up, this may well be the problem you are experiencing. A slave cylinder for a Focus costs about £40 (probably more at a dealer), plus there’d be labour on top, but it’s not the end of the world in terms of total cost of repair.

Is there a problem with the Ford Focus?

My Girlfriend hasa got a focus and it has developed a problem with the boot/tailgate. whilst driving along the boot will pop open. Last night it was doing it whenever the brake pedal was pressed and released.

Is there a 2005 Focus with a Mark 2 boot?

If its a 2005 Focus then it will be a mark 2. As for the boot problem, one of the flaws with the mark 2 Focus boot was that water could get in to the boot switch causing it to fail. Maybe the boot switch on your girlfriends car is faulty causing it activate at certain times?

How old is the engine on a Ford Focus?

Have had intimitent what I would call “stutters” on my Focus occasionally during the 13 months I have had it. (one previous owner, bought at 2.5 year old, 25,000 on clock, now done 42,000). Power loss is similar to someone lightly dabbing the brake, hardly detectable to a passenger but detectable and annoying to the driver.

When did Ford Focus brakes suddenly go stiff?

This topic has 9 replies, 7 voices, and was last updated 6 years ago by Marko. Ford Focus brakes suddenly gone stiff with no stopping power ..help pls! Had some awesome advice on this forum re a previous problem and thought I’d ask again before digging out all the books / visiting the garage etc .

What kind of rear brake drum does Ford Focus have?

Condition: The rear-brake drum for the 2000 – 2008 Ford Focus has a double-roller style bearing integrated into the drum assembly. This drum has a unique installation process that must be followed. Failure to follow the instructions will drive the rollers of the bearing into the race.

Long story short, they replaced the slave cylinder (which meant taking the gearbox out) and it is now fixed. No more clutch pedal sticking down. I’ve seen a few instructors asking about it in various places, and a lot of normal drivers elsewhere.

Do you need clutch kit for Ford Focus?

The other comments are correct – for the price of a clutch kit for a Focus do the clutch & slave (Labour will be the same) and get the mechanic to check the master cylinder for leaks as well. Again, thanks all for your replies.

What happens when the clutch pedal is not working?

Press the clutch pedal to the floor, even if the pedal is not functioning properly. When you turn the key, your engine may not turn over if there is an ignition interlock switch associated with the clutch pedal. If your car isnâ€™t equipped with a clutch ignition interlock switch, your car will lurch forward when you turn the key.

When does the clutch wear out on a manual transmission car?

If you drive a car with a manual transmission, there will likely come a point in time when the clutch wears out or your clutch pedal breaks.

Why is my clutch slipping on my Ford Focus?

The mates previous `04 1.8 diesel estate Focus did 120,000 miles before the clutch started slipping,so would be surprised if there`s anything wrong with your clutch assy.Yours isn`t getting the chance to slip (normal state of affairs every time you press your pedal to the floor to change gear)A duff seal in the hydraulic line ls more likely….

What to do if your clutch pedal keeps sticking to the floor?

Step 3: Grab a pry bar and push the slave cylinder pin back into its rest position The clutch pedal should return to its rest position as well. Push down on the clutch pedal and see if will return. If the pedal stays on the floor, then the slave cylinder may have an internal leak if there is no external leakage.

If you drive a car with a manual transmission, there will likely come a point in time when the clutch wears out or your clutch pedal breaks.

Why is the clutch pedal sticking down on my Ford Focus?