Q: Transmission problems

asked by on October 06, 2016

Had a new clutch installed at a local shop it was fine for 3 months, now the petal goes to floor with ease like it won't disengage the clutch. And the clutch is holding the car still on a hill with the shifter in gear. Any idea where to start?
My car has a manual transmission.

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