Removal
1. Working in the engine compartment, release the inner cable and outer cable fittings from the clutch release lever and mounting bracket and free the cable from the transmission housing. On early models, where necessary, fully slacken the locknut and adjuster nut from the end of the clutch cable to aid removal. On some models, access to the nuts is limited and, if required, the battery can be removed to improve access. Refer to Chapter 5A for further information. Alternatively, easy access to the adjuster nut can be gained from underneath. Chock the rear wheels then jack up the front of the vehicle and support it on axle stands (see "Jacking and vehicle support").
2. Working inside the vehicle, undo the retaining nuts and remove the under-facia trim panel from the driver's side of the facia.
3. Unhook the clutch inner cable from the top of the clutch pedal. Note that access to the top of the pedal is very poor.
4. Return to the engine compartment and slacken and remove the nut (where fitted) securing the outer cable to the engine compartment bulkhead.
5. Withdraw the cable forwards through the bulkhead, releasing it from any relevant retaining clips and guides and noting its correct routing and remove it from the vehicle.
6. Examine the cable, looking for worn end fittings or a damaged outer casing and for signs of fraying of the inner wire. Check the cable's operation - the inner wire should move smoothly and easily through the outer casing. Remember, however, that a cable that appears serviceable when tested off the car may well be much heavier in operation, when compressed into its working position. Renew the cable if it shows any signs of excessive wear or of damage.
Refitting
7. Apply a thin smear of multi-purpose grease to the cable end fittings, then pass the cable through the engine compartment bulkhead. Clip the cable into position and, where necessary, refit the cable retaining nut and tighten it securely.
8. From inside the vehicle, hook the inner cable over the clutch pedal end and check that it is securely retained. Refit the under-facia trim panel and securely tighten its retaining nuts.
9. Refit the plastic locating collar to the release lever and ensure that the rubber spacer is correctly located on the transmission end of the outer cable.
10. Ensuring that the cable is correctly routed and retained by all the relevant retaining clips and guides, pass the lower end through the release lever/mounting bracket and engage the inner cable with the clutch release lever/mounting bracket (as applicable). Refit the rubber spacer and flat washer to the end of the inner cable and screw on the adjuster nut and locknut (where applicable).
11. On models with an adjustable cable, adjust the clutch cable as described in Section 2.