Citroen jumper gear change

so , it seems the engine does start in gear, with clutch depressed.
or cranks , brakes off, and car does not move. with clutch depressed, if yes, then the clutch is not 100% seized.
we now know the trans is in neutral (could be siezed check its Gear lub levels?)

I can not decode, stuck in gear. elaborate that.
nor "
"still stuck"
the only clue here, is
"stalls when clutch is let out."

this last statement makes me presume you depressed the clutch
then turn the key to start, it started
and when you let the clutch out, the engine stalls
does it do that rear wheels (2wd mode) ? lift driving wheels off the ground.... (these proves engine not weak)
yes, transmission is sized.
no, then it is stuck in gear.

Always have the master and slave replaced at the same time the clutch is replaced. Most clutch kits come with a slave. If you see no oil leaks, replace the master. Sometimes a seal or line blows out. Check for oil leaks inside the cabin also.

Probably not, but until you do fix it or get another clutch switch, you can use a small jumper wire into both terminals at the switch connector. This will bypass the clutch switch and allow you to start the car. Be careful, though, it can start with or without the clutch depressed, so if you tried to start it in any gear without the clutch depressed, the engine will crank over and the car may lurch forward if it is in gear.

Suspect the clutch is frozen and even when you press the pedal it does not disengage. If it shifts into other gears without the engine running. you will need to break the clutch free. Put it is high gear with the clutch depressed and rock the car back and forth with a bunch of friends pushing on it.

change clutch
and check gear box oil to start with

You may have a defective clutch starter cut off switch. Go under the dash and remove the connector from the clutch switch, jumper it with a paper clip and see if the engine starts without pressing the clutch. if it doesn't replace the switch. Caution!! DO NOT DRIVE IT WITH THE SWITCH BYPASSED IT IS VERY DAMAGEROUS.

its easy
just trace the clutch pedal and you will see tow plugs you want the top one just stick a jumper wire in there
now you bypassed the switch you can start without touching clutch pedal

It may be the transmission input shaft bushing or bearing, located in the rear of the engine crankshaft, in front of the clutch assembly. If the bushing or bearing is dry (needs to be greased), the input shaft will still try to turn with the engine rpm, even though the clutch pedal is depressed. Also, the clutch disc may not be fully releasing, which could possibly be corrected by adjusting the clutch pedal linkage. good luck

Has the 1989 starter ever been changed? To test the solenoid, use a jumper(14 Ga. wire with alligator clip at both ends). Connect one clip to + terminal (Large wire from the battery) on the starter. Do not let the other clip come into contact with anything , at this point power is present at the other clip and arcing will occur. Be careful. Disconnect small wire(usually a Black wire with white stripe) from the solenoid and move it to the side. Make sure the Transmission is in neutral and E-brake is applied to prevent runaway. Now turn ignition switch to On position. Next, touch the loose end of your jumper(clip) to the tab on the solenoid where the small black wire was unplugged from. If the starter is good, it should spin the engine and run. Nippon-Denso and Hitachi starters are prone to low voltage at the small wire(Black with White strip). If the starter does not spin with the jumper, starter must be replaced. If the jumper works, then disconnect the jumper wire and plug the small wire back to the starter. Keep the jumper in the car for future no-start conditions.

Hi,

On an 89 Toyota Camry with manual transmission, two possible reasons:

• clutch;
• release bearing

Try bleeding the clutch on the slave cylinder. If this does not prove to be corrective, you may have to have the transmission/clutch checked/repaired/replaced. In some instances, it could just be a sticking release bearing or clutch fork.

Hope this be of initial help/idea. Pls post back how things turned up or should you need additional information.

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