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Clutch pedal went soft, Hydraulic problem?

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Old 09-07-07, 12:05 PM
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Clutch pedal went soft, Hydraulic problem?

Guys, my clutch pedal went soft this moring. There is no leak and I replaced the master, slave, and clutch hose a couple of years ago. I am thinking it must be the master has gone. Anyone know how to diagnose whether the problem is the master or slave cylinder?
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Did the pressure plate croak?
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How could I tell if the preasure plate went?

BTW, I tried to bleed the system last night (it had been getting soft) and I kept getting bubbles. I had to stop when my lovely assistant (my wife) got tired of pumping the pedal.
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Pull the rubber boot off of the back of the slave cylinder and see if it is wet there. If not it is probably the clutch master giving you trouble.
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The master cylinder likes to leak inside the passenger compartment. Check the firewall by the clutch pedal for fluid. My carpet got soaked from the P.O.
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