clutch grinding..need advice (1 Viewer)

[jayreiten]

92 Toyota 4x4 SR5 clutch grinding

I have a 92 toyota 4x4 sr5 and lately the clutch has been grinding, especially when putting it into reverse. It's really hard to change gears and is very hard to put into first gear too. Have been told it could be air in the lines, the master or slave plate...any suggestions would help.

 

[hammerhead]

Sounds like your clutch is dragging. Start by bleeding it.

 

[KliersLC]

I'd start by checking the fluid level in the clutch master cylinder. If its low, add fluid and pump it 20 time and it should bleed itself. then look for the fluid on the pedal side of the firewall. If I had a dollar to spare, I would bet that you need a clutch master cylinder rebuild kit for about 10 bucks.
good Luck,
Dan

 

[RWD]

Another thing to look into is the shift lever seat. The nylon parts become brittle after a while and break into many little pieces. This will make it very hard to shift between gears or even put the trans in gear. heres something to read:
http://www.off-road.com/toyota/tech/shifter/index.html

 

[KLF]

I wrote that article above ^^^^

but that's not your problem. I'll bet you a cold beer that you need a new clutch. BTDT.