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Subject: Noticeable decrease in clutch resistance + clutch fluid loss = master clutch/slave cylinder problem?


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Susan
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Date Posted: 22:44:52 01/16/04 Fri
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I noticed the clutch on my '96 Accord LX suddenly felt looser in the last few days. The resistance on the first half of pressing the clutch feels so much looser that it's like the clutch is about ready to detach.

The owner's manual said to check the clutch fluid level, it should be between the "min" and "max" lines for proper fluid level. Mine was practically empty. Took the car to Honda dealership which diagnosed the problem as a leak in the master clutch cylinder. They also recommended to replace the slave cylinder as well. Estimated cost: $440 (parts/labor) + $122 diagnostic fee.

My question is does this all add up? It is by coincidence that I found the root of a potentially damaging/dangerous problem by merely noticing the clutch felt different?

If I just filled the clutch fluid without changing the cyclinders, would I just be putting my car at risk?

Thanks for any feedback!!!

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