Clutch slow to engage

[kmarchin]

On my Iseki TA-290 the clutch has become slow to engage.

I have lubed all pivot points and tried adjusting the linkage.

It doesent slip,but when you release the pedal it will not engage, you have to pull the pedal up.

Any suggestions?

 

[Patches]

Sounds as though your release bearing is hanging up on the input shaft. My tractor has an access panel whereby I can grease the release bearing collar to prevent this from happening. Check the clutch housing for a removable panel; you may be able to do the same

 

[Ken Cunningham]

Im not familiar with your tractor, but if the clutch pedal has a spring attached check it to see if it has lost its tension. You might only need a spring( wouldnt that be nice ).

Post back with your findings.

 

[kmarchin]

Thanks for the help

 

[newbury]

Thanks for the help

If something worked please post the solution.

 

[kmarchin]

I looked for an access panel.

This is located about midway down on the transmission, it's where the lever and clutch cable connect.

there is a gasket so I assume it runs in fluid.

Does this sound like the right access?

 

[Patches]

I'm not familiar with your tractor, but some run a wet clutch which does run in UTF, and would probably not suffer the symtoms you state. Having said that, my tractor's access panel is gasketed also, but is a dry clutch; the gasket may be for nothing more than to prevent metal-to-metal contact and the associated rust issue. Try loosening the bolts and prying the cover loose to determine if the case has fluid in it. Be prepared to tighten the bolts immediately, if this is the case. No fluid; remove the cover and have a look-see