It sounds like the clutch is not releasing completely. If it were slipping the clutch would definitely be worn out but in this case the problem may be the hydraulic system. Is there more free play in the pedal than usual and is the engagement point closer to the floor? If so you will need to replace the hydraulic system which is a much easier job than the clutch itself. Not sure about 98s, in earlier years the hydraulic system was serviced as a complete unit consisting of the master and slave cylinders and connecting hose, it was not possible to replace either cylinder separately or bleed the system in the car.
>Our '98 SL seems to idle roughly and want to stall when we come to a stop >and the clutch is pushed in. If we put it in neutral and take our foot off >the clutch it clears up immediately. The car's got over 120,000 miles on >it with the original clutch and my wife commutes about 80 miles a day in >it, much of it being stop and go. My guess is it needs a new clutch. What >do you guys think? If so, how much do you think the dealership would >charge for it, or would it be worthwhile for me to buy the necessary tools >and learn how to do a clutch job? Visit SPOC National at http://www.spocnational.org Don't forget to update your Profile in the Owners Database.
