Any solutions? With a high biting point; the biting point is much closer to the end point of a fully released clutch pedal and is a good indicator of a worn-out clutch that needs replacing. Sometimes, though, I think it’s just luck of the draw with how the installation of the most recent clutch went. Re: Clutch biting point adjustment? I will add that due to access you can only turn the push rod a fraction at a time so its critical to mark it first so you know its moved. I've always struggled with the clutch on this car, as the biting point has always been very high and vague. Hey mate, thank for this - makes perfect sense. Hi folks, The biting point in my 1998 Passat 1.8T is really high. Is it possible to adjust this? My new one only has about an inch of travel left after it bites, the clutch is not riding and it works fine. I have recently realised that the clutch biting point is extremely high on it. I have only just found this ,so can i physically adjust backwards too bring the clutch bite point inwards (if you know what i mean) or is the only adjustment on the large knurled knob.if anyone can advise thanks.After 21k miles i dont think the clutch is shot although i am not the first owner. Normally it means the clutch is worn and will need replacement in the near future. If in doubt, take it into a Toyota dealer and get … - posted in MX5 & General Car Chat: Im really not sure if I have a clutch issue or not. I have paid for the 2 years extended warranty but heard mixed reviews on it. Page created in 0.373 seconds with 25 queries. Is it possible to adjust this? Just tried to do this now. Just done mine, worked a treat thanks for that and to think when I bought the car I was a bit concerned about the bitting point so much I took it back to the place I got it from Leeds motor company and asked them about it being so low and could be adjusted. Any tips or ideas guys would be appreciated. GTR Bodykit, Japspeed Exhaust, Drift Sump, Dump Valve, Turbo Timer, Tinted Windows. SIGN UP FOR YOUR FREE ACCOUNT TODAY! Now the guy I spoke to was the head repairs, I also told him it was hard to change gears when in vtec, his reply was you can't change gears in vtec and you can't adjust the bitting point. Clutch BITING POINT MEANING. Twist push rod in shown direction with long nose pliers to raise biting point from the floor. if the clutch is slipping the revs will pick up quickly and you won't go any faster! Take the car to a flat, level surface such as a parking lot such that the car does not roll away when in neutral with brakes disengaged. Posted 4 years ago Well worth the half hour or so it takes, all I would say is its worth having a decent 12 mm spanner to hand as you wouldn't want to destroy the locking nut and may be worth marking the threads on the cruise control micro switch for when you put it back on. Clutch BITING POINT MEANING. I had my local Hyundai dealer fit a new clutch to the V6 I had and they set the biting point much lower than it was. so, do you have one of … Arial Hi, This is my first forum discussion I have just purchased a Picanto 1 2013 for my daughter. There appears conflicting information. Adjusting The Clutch Bite-Point DISCLAIMER: Toyota Owners Club is an independent Toyota forum for owners of Toyota vehicles. The plastic hole in the arm looks to have worn, so it's no longer a snug fit. Done this a while back on mine after Stoney suggested it, to improve high RPM shifts - worked perfectly! The biting point was essentially where other cars are set to. On normal driving you don't notice at all but when a significant changes, you do! As a simple explanation, if you imagine the clutch as two circular plates, one of the plates is … If you aren’t comfortable with the point at which your clutch engages, you can easily adjust it … I suspect it does NOT have a clutch freeplay adjustment. A hydraulic clutch is a self-adjusting clutch. How do I adjust it so the bite point is somewhere sensible? My only worry is that the clutch biting point is near the floor, causing regular stalling. Hold a ruler parallel to the clutch cable and measure the travel of the operating lever. It can be adjusted by shifting the piston forward or backwards from the clutch lever. I had a new racing clutch fitted a few months ago as the old oem one started slipping at high revs, but now the biting point is right at the end of the lever...I know there hydraulic clutches with no adjustment? To adjust, loosen the locknut and screw the adjuster nut as appropriate. Sometimes, though, I think it’s just luck of the draw with how the installation of the most recent clutch went. Zigzagsky, Mar 10, 2014 #1. I got myself under the dash in the footwell and noticed the clutch master cylinder has a little plastic arm that protrudes can connects to a lug on the clutch metal. Nah wasn't a honda garage, the guy was a plank thinking he could tell any old pooh. Biting point was so high my heel couldn’t be on the floor when releasing the clutch. It will just lower the pedal, it should be a little lower than the brake pedal. TBH, the biting point on my Aygo has the highest biting point of any car I've driven, but I soon got used to it. If you have tiny … The clutch biting point is a technique of clutch control to provide driver with greater control of the car, often necessary to make hill starts. As I just bought a pre fl swift sport I realise that the clutch is not running by cable and by hydraulic system and could I know how to adjust. Since the friction material on the clutch plate will wear down over time, the hydraulic clutch will automatically adjust to compensate for this loss. Basically all you have to do is completely remove the clutch lever (8mm nut and pivot bolt). If you have a new clutch fitted they can adjust the biting point. Hi folks, The biting point in my 1998 Passat 1.8T is really high. Good morning I bought a 63 plate Peugeot 208 1.2 from Evans Halshaw at the start of June. any ideas? Venky, Yes buddy, you're correct, you can adjust where the pedal engages the clutch. :stoptech: Grooved Discs, :ferodo: DS2500 Front Pads, OEM Spec Rear Disc and rear pads, :toda: catback, :toda: delete kit, :wavetrac: LSD, :honda::neo: Quick Shifter, I think this would explain why mine has been ok, recently a decent main dealer redone my master cylinder, so looks like they may have adjusted it as well, good how to though and has it sorted your problem. 8th Generation Euro Honda Civic (2006 - 2011), Mr JP Bulbs- All Interior + Exterior Bulbs ❖, Hardness Pads ❖ Stealth Grill ❖ Cazza Rear Vinyl ❖ Carbon Wrapped Interior ❖ Pioneer Double Din System ❖ Lots of Ger's decals ❖ Thorpy's Front Carbon Blue H Badge, IMG_1395_zps884e88b6.mp4 Video by Lazytrev | Photobucket, adc414d4-6881-429a-9a6b-a065b3b72925_zpsa94e81ce.jpg, ef9f56d2-09d5-4e8e-9e3a-4287929d4976_zpseb861ac7.jpg, http://www.civinfo.com/forum/modification-projects/90994-swalesys-milano-fn2.html, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 901, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada, civinfo.com is an independent Honda enthusiast website owned and operated by VerticalScope Inc. 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