FREE-PLAY ADJUSTMENT
Fig. 1: Adjusting clutch free-play — mechanical clutch
Remove the clutch fork return spring and loosen the locknut on the fork adjusting nut.
Turn the adjusting nut (wingnut) until a release fork free-play of 0.14–0.18 in. (3.5–4.5mm) is obtained.
Tighten the locknut.
Check the pedal free-play. It should be one of the following:
1985–87 (2WD — Non-Turbo, 1.6L and 1.8L engines): 0.12–0.16 in. (3–4mm)
1985–87 (2WD/4WD — Turbo, 1.8L engines): 3–4mm
1987 (1.2L engine): 2–4mm
1988–92 1.8L and 2.7L engines, 2WD except turbocharger — 0.08–0.12 in. (2.0–3.0mm).
1988–94 1.2L engine — 0.08–0.16 in. (2.0–4.0mm).
1988–96 2WD/4WD turbocharged, 1.8L, 2.2L and the 4WD 2.7L engine — 0.12–0.16 in. (3.0–4.0mm).
Adjust the pedal free-play, as necessary, with the pedal adjusting bolt.