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I got a 1996 Suzuki Sidekick that isn''t wanting to go ...
Sent to Car Experts February 22 09:06 PM

I got a 1996 Suzuki Sidekick that isn''t wanting to go into 1st, 2nd, or 3rd gear easily. I''ve replaced the clutch cable and can hear the clutch engaging ,but it is so hard to get it into gear. can you help?

 

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1996 Suzuki jx 4wd 1.6

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Status:  Closed   Value: $9
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February 23 7:50 AM (10 hours and 43 minutes and 50 seconds later)
         

Hello BK and welcome to Just answer.com, Super mechanic here. I just have a question about your Sidekick.

Is it hard to into those fears only when engine is running?

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February 23 11:36 AM (3 hours and 45 minutes and 53 seconds later)
         
yes, only when the car is running.
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February 24 2:35 AM (14 hours and 59 minutes and 7 seconds later)
         

Is the cable adjusted good?

Does the clutch feel like it is grabbing low?

 

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February 24 9:54 AM (7 hours and 18 minutes and 29 seconds later)
         
The clutch cable has good tension but the pedal is sitting really low. I have replace the old pedal because the weld on the pedal broke ,hopefully this one isn't broken too. if you need anything else just ask.
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February 24 10:46 AM (52 minutes and 6 seconds later)
         
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There could be a problem with the pressure plate. Over time, they get weak and even if you depress the fingers all the way, they won't release the clutch disc all the way.

Unless, of course there is a weld somewhere that has broken and the pedal or shaft is flexing. Have someone step on the clutch while you look at the fork and see if it is at full travel.



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