shellfritsch
12-10-2023, 09:02 PM
1995 Townace Pickup 4WD, 2Y Gas engine, Manual 5-speed
I'm noticing my clutch feels a bit softer than I'm used to. On a cold start shifting into reverse is touchy - if I do it too quickly it will grind. Other gears are fine. I tried pumping the clutch a few times and shifting was a lot easier. After driving for 15 minutes I'm noticing down-shifting into other gears feels a bit harder. No grinding, just stiff. Again, pumping the clutch seems to help.
Early research leads me to a leak in the clutch hydraulic system/air in the lines. I saw a suggestion to add fluid and bleed the lines - but without a proper diagram of the hydraulic system I'm at a loss for where to look /inspect.
I have an engine manual, but nothing that covers the transmission. Anyone have any leads on a shop manual – or tips on where to look? I've identified the master cylinder (https://www.megazip.net/zapchasti-dlya-avtomobilej/toyota/lite-townace-42457/ym60-55059/ym60-tsqds-911502/clutch-master-cylinder-17741302) and the release cylinder (https://www.megazip.net/zapchasti-dlya-avtomobilej/toyota/lite-townace-42457/ym60-55059/ym60-tsqds-911502/clutch-release-cylinder-17741303) on megazip - but the diagrams are in isolation - would be helpful to understand where they are located on the vehicle.
Thanks!
I'm noticing my clutch feels a bit softer than I'm used to. On a cold start shifting into reverse is touchy - if I do it too quickly it will grind. Other gears are fine. I tried pumping the clutch a few times and shifting was a lot easier. After driving for 15 minutes I'm noticing down-shifting into other gears feels a bit harder. No grinding, just stiff. Again, pumping the clutch seems to help.
Early research leads me to a leak in the clutch hydraulic system/air in the lines. I saw a suggestion to add fluid and bleed the lines - but without a proper diagram of the hydraulic system I'm at a loss for where to look /inspect.
I have an engine manual, but nothing that covers the transmission. Anyone have any leads on a shop manual – or tips on where to look? I've identified the master cylinder (https://www.megazip.net/zapchasti-dlya-avtomobilej/toyota/lite-townace-42457/ym60-55059/ym60-tsqds-911502/clutch-master-cylinder-17741302) and the release cylinder (https://www.megazip.net/zapchasti-dlya-avtomobilej/toyota/lite-townace-42457/ym60-55059/ym60-tsqds-911502/clutch-release-cylinder-17741303) on megazip - but the diagrams are in isolation - would be helpful to understand where they are located on the vehicle.
Thanks!