1997 escort clutch

Usually a sign of a contaminated clutch disc.... oil or similar fluid.... replacement is the best recourse. Without some talent and some higher end tooling, this will be a PITA.

Thanks for the response. Having read the service manual, I am confident that I should be able to replace the clutch plate. What else should I do on a weekend? Thanks, dugant

Why drink beer and get greasy, of course.

How many miles? Assuming you have a GT or stripped down LX. It can be done if you have a floor jack to raise and lower the tranny. I did it on a 1990 without removing the engine like the manual said had to be done. Take your time.

"" wrote: > When releasing the clutch pedal I get a shudder when the > transmission is > engaging the engine. Is there an adjustment for this or is > this an > indication of clutch replacement? > If replacement is necessary any tips to make the job easier? > Thanks for any help, > dugant

I just replaced one in my 1999 Escort . The trans is the same so I would surmise that everything is pretty much the same . I pulled the struts and after disconnecting everything the trans will turn and come out without pulling the engine . Make sure to use a plastic clutch alignment tool when installing the new clutch . Good Luck . Gideon