Clutch Pedal: Adjustment

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Measure the full stroke amount of clutch pedal.
NOTE:
- Measure the length between seat cushion front end and center portion of clutch pedal.
- Slide the seat at seventh notch from first notch.
1. Specified clutch pedal full stroke: A
2. 130 - 135 mm (5.12 - 5.31 in)
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Length Between Seat Cushion Front End & Center Portion Of Clutch Pedal
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If not as specified, loosen the clutch stopper nut to adjust it.
1. Tightening torque (Clutch stopper nut): 8 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.8 ft-lb)
Loosen the push rod lock nut.

Fig 2: Loosening Push Rod Lock Nut
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Turn the push rod to adjust.
1. Ensure that the clutch pedal contacts stopper bolt, when releasing the clutch pedal.
2. Ensure that the clutch pedal contacts clutch pedal bracket stopper, when fully depressing the clutch pedal.
  
  Fig 3: Turning Push Rod For Adjustment
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Turn the push rod clockwise to shorten until clearance is made at clutch switch.

Fig 4: Identifying Clearance At Clutch Switch
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Turn the push rod counter clockwise to lengthen until clutch pedal contacts to clutch switch.
Turn the push rod further 270° counterclockwise to lengthen (arrow direction as shown in the figure).

Fig 5: Moving Clevis Pin In Lateral Direction
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Move the clevis pin in lateral direction to ensure it moves smoothly.
Tighten the push rod lock nut.
1. Tightening torque: 10 N.m (1.0 kgf-m, 7.2 ft-lb)
Measure the full stroke amount of clutch pedal again.
1. Specified clutch pedal full stroke: A 130 - 135 mm (5.12 - 5.31 in)
Install the clutch start switch. Refer to CLUTCH SWITCH .