Q: Clutch went out

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My clutch is not working.

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If your clutch just stopped working abruptly then it may be the slave cylinder not working. This is the cylinder that operates the clutch and it is a slave cylinder to the brake master cylinder. I would have a technician come out and inspect the clutch and make repairs as needed.

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