How to adjust the high clutch of the Qashqai?
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Methods to adjust the high clutch of the Qashqai: 1. Park the car under the lift, release the handbrake, locate the position of the chassis jacking point, and raise the lift foot to the position of the chassis jacking point; 2. Lift the vehicle, find the clutch location, and the clutch cable will appear next to the clutch; 3. Use a wrench to loosen one side of the screw. If the clutch is too low, loosen the left screw and tighten the right screw. If the clutch is too high, loosen the right screw and tighten the left screw towards the right. The Qashqai's body dimensions are 4401 mm in length, 1837 mm in width, and 1593 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2646 mm. The Qashqai features front-wheel drive, with a front suspension type of MacPherson strut independent suspension and a rear suspension type of multi-link independent suspension, and the body structure is a unibody.
The excessively high clutch pedal on the Qashqai can indeed make driving laborious, which is usually caused by excessive free play in the pedal. As someone who frequently tinkers with cars, I suggest first sitting in the driver's seat and pressing the clutch a few times to gauge the amount of free movement. The standard free play should be about 1-2 cm. If it exceeds this, adjustment is needed. Open the hood and locate the connecting rod next to the clutch master cylinder. There's a small nut that can be loosened to adjust the linkage and reduce the pedal travel. Remember to disconnect the clutch master cylinder's connector before adjusting to prevent fluid leakage. After adjustment, start the car to test if the pedal feels lighter. If the improvement is minimal, there might be air in the hydraulic system or aging pipelines, requiring brake fluid bleeding or seal replacement. Be careful not to injure your hands during the DIY process—a wrench is all you need. A high clutch not only affects comfort but also accelerates clutch disc wear, so timely action is necessary to avoid breakdowns. If unsure, it's safer to have a professional mechanic inspect it, as they can provide a comprehensive diagnosis with their expertise.
