Stiff clutch pedal - What gives?

[gyzmo]

Hi to all,

I 'm trying to figure out what could cause a stiff clutch pedal on my '05 Mazda3. It has 190k, it is the original clutch. There's no grinding, no squeaking when I press the clutch pedal, the clutch fluid is topped-off and there is no signs of clutch slippage. The pedal is just stiff as heck to press!

It is stiff to the point that I am getting a sore leg when driving in traffic from pedal pressing/releasing.

Anybody had (or have) the same issue? I'm trying to narrow down the possibilities.

Cheers,

-g

[stevenma188]

I have similar experience. Would also like to know the answer.

[Zoom Zoom Boy]

Your clutch is almost worn and will need replacing soon. The more worn, the harder it is to press. Eventually it won't engage at all if you leave it.

[jwangyue]

Sounds like a worn clutch. Luckily manual transmission cost a lot less to fix.