Clutch problems due to insufficient clearance between slave cylinder and housing on Jeep Wrangler

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025

Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

If the clutch is slipping when the clutch disc is 2/3 worn or if the clutch slave cylinder dust boot is torn, there may be insufficient clearance between the clutch slave cylinder and the clutch housing. A 5mm shim is available from Jeep that is installed between the slave cylinder and the clutch housing.

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Jeep Wrangler vehicles with this problem

4 model years affected

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Clutch Replacement

Clutch Slave Cylinder Replacement

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