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Peugeot 405 Clutch Cable Adjustment

By Peugeot Pete

SPECIFICATIONS: 1988 TO 1996
   Models up to 1992 .... 145mm
   Models from 1993 on .. 162mm +/- 12.0mm
NOTE: From mid-94 an automatically adjusted cable was progressively introduced.

1. The clutch adjustment is checked by measuring the clutch pedal travel.
   If a new cable has been fitted, settle it in position by depressing the clutch pedal at least 20 times.
2. Ensure that there are no obstructions beneath the clutch pedal.
   Depress the clutch pedal fully to the floor, and measure the distance from the center of the clutch pedal pad to the floor.
   Now release the pedal and again measure the distance from the pedal to the floor.
3. Subtract the first measurement from the second to obtain the clutch pedal travel.
   If this is not within the range given in the specifications, adjust the cable as follows.
4. The clutch cable is adjusted by means of the adjuster nut on the transmission end of the inner cable.
   On some models, access to the locknut is limited and, if required, the air cleaner duct or housing component can be removed or disconnected to improve access.
5. Working in the engine compartment, slacken the locknut on the end of the clutch cable.
   Adjust the position of the adjuster nut, then re-measure the clutch pedal travel.
   Repeat this procedure until the clutch pedal travel is as specified.
6. Once the adjuster nut is correctly positioned, and the pedal travel is correctly set, securely tighten the cable locknut.
   Where necessary, refit any disturbed air cleaner duct/housing components.

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PEUGEOT PETE
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