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How is the clutch cable replaced?

If the clutch cable fails beyond what can be fixed with an adjustment or minor repair, the cable must be replaced.
Replacing the car's clutch cable is not a difficult task, but of course you need to know exactly how to do it in order for the new cable to be fitted correctly.

• Start by dismantling the cable from the gearbox. There is typically a type of adjusting device that can be slacked.
• The cable is then removed from inside the clutch pedal itself.
• The cable is pulled out of the car. It must be pulled out through the engine compartment.
• Now the new cable can be installed. It is important that the cable is placed correctly in the rubber sleeve leading to the cabin. If the cable is not installed correctly and so the connection between the engine and the cabin is not completely tight, noise and dirt from the engine compartment will enter the cabin.
• Start by installing the cable at the pedal. Some car models have a little clip where the cable is mounted. The clip may also be worn, so replace the clip at the same time as the cable.
• Finally, the cable is mounted on the release arm. If the cable has an adjustment device, the clutch is adjusted so that the biting point is approximately in the middle of the pedal's travel.

On newer cars, however, there are no adjusting options, as the cable is self-adjusting. In this case, there will be a small "box" on the middle of the cable which contains the self-adjustment mechanism.