A slipping clutch.
NO FREE PLAY AT TOP POSITION - CLUTCH SLIPS AND VEHICLE DOES NOT MOVE TOO MUCH FREE PLAY AT BOTTOM - VEHICLE WON'T SHIFT CLUTCH DOES NOT RELEASE
clutch pedal free play decreases
the free play adjuster is attached to the clutch release arm and is located on the pass side of vehicle look at the bell housing of the transmission. clutch pedal freeplay should be set between 0.8-1.1inches of free play
Yes, unless you want your clutch to have a very short lifespan. There should be 1/2 inch between the throwout bearing and the clutch brake, and at least 1-1/2 inches of free play in the clutch pedal.
You can adjust the clutch pedal free play but not the clutch itself.
Measure the clutch free play at the tip of the clutch lever (3/8" - 3/4" max) **Not within limits; may need new cable. Adjust free play with lock nuts at the handle. Turn adjuster up to decrease free play and down to increase free play. There is also a lower adjustment down near the heat sheild for the tailpipe coming across the motor. Turn adjuster up to decrease free play and down to increase free play.
You cannot adjust the clutch on a newer gmc truck because they come with self adjusting clutches. If you have no free play at the top of the pedal you may have to adjust the linkage to give free play.
Depends on what vehicle you are working on. Rule of thumb is 1" free play, but it may be different on your vehicle. Normally the clutch master cylinder has an actuator rod that connects to the clutch pedal. This rod has a lock nut on it. Loosen this nut and turn the rod to lengthen or shorten the pedal free play. Some clutches are self adjusting. The free play must be adjusted so the clutch will fully release but not so much as to cause it to slip.
You will wear your clutch prematurely. With no play, it means that there is lack of pressure on the clutch plate thus allowing it to slip; slippage causes wear.
The amount of free play depends on what vehicle you are asking about. It also depends on if it has a hydraulic or manual clutch. Need more information.
1/2 inch, with 1-1/2 inches of free play in the clutch.