I have a 98 stx 4.2 liter 5-speed and here is the problem. When I press the clutch in it makes a squeaking noise and when i let off it makes the same noise. I can hear it in the cab as well as outside the cab. Has anybody else ran into this problem and if so what did they do to correct the problem

 

I've occasionally also heard it. I just figured some pivot point on the clutch pedal needs oiling. Never did investigate it, though.

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Danny
'98 F-150 Std., RC, SB, 4x2, 4.2L, 5-sp, 3.08, AC, speed control, rear slider.
Mods: Mobil 1 engine oil, Red Line D4-ATF trans fluid, Edelbrock IAS shocks, 50 Series Flowmaster, K&N with airbox mod, Perma-Cool electric radiator fan, Superchip, ASP underdrive pulley

 

Bryan0929,

I have that same exact problem. Does your clutch click when pushed out after full pushed in? Makes me mad. I haven't had time to go to the dealer, but if I do i will let you know. Lemme know if you go get it checked out.

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SpliT



2000 Work Series
Deep Wedgewood Blue
Standard Cab 5-Spd
4.2L V6 3.08 Gears
Mean Streak Cat-Back Exhaust(Anyone else have one, I hate mine)
Weld Super Single Wheels
Pioneer Deck DEH-P7200
Tinted Windows
Clear Corners
Superchip
AutoMeter Tach(Not Installed Yet)

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I don't have that problem but mine is i hear a jingling or rattling in either the rear end or maybe the u- joint not sure which. Only does it when you go to slow in to high a gear and sometimes when you hit a bump. Has anyone had this problem???

98 STX
4.2 V6 5SPD
Superchip
K&N Filter

 

I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM ABOUT SIX MONTHS AGO.THIS MAY NOT BE IT BUT CHECK THE BRACKETS ON YOUR BACK LEAF SPRINGS I HAD LOST A SPACER THAT IS BOLTED IN BETWEEN THE BRACKETS I CUT A PIECE IF PLASTIC THE SAME SHAPE AS THE OTHER SIDE AND UN-BOLTEDTHE BRACKETAND PUT IT IN BETWEEN.TRY LOOKING @THE LEAF SPRINGS IT MAY BE THE PROBLEM GOOD LUCK.

 

Thanks Bryan i will check it today never even thought of that!

Scott

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98 STX
4.2 V6 5SPD
Clearcoat Black
Mods(So Far)
Superchip
K&N Filter
Bugflector II
Window Ventvisors
Tinted Windows
Pendaliner
Pioneer 12 disk Changer w/wireless remote

 

I had that problem twice. It was the slave cylinder in the bell housing. Both times mine was fixed under warranty.

 

Exactly, Bill. Clutch slave cylinder, likely. Early ones sometimes collect clutch disc dust and squeak. They're inside the bell housing, not outside.

Ford has modified them and will replace a squeaker under warranty. Requires re&re'ing the clutch-transmission. I had two done on my '98. My '00 doesn't squeak at 44,000 km (27,000 miles).

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Black 2000 SC short-box XLT. 4.2 V-6, 5-speed, 3.55 limited-slip. CD, remote entry, factory side steps, rear fender inner splash shields (TSB 00-09-05), FORD box liner.

My third F-series (ordered new). The other two: '73 F-100 Custom, 240 cube 6, 3 on the tree, tan, "West Coast" mirrors, step bumper, knitted vinyl seat, AM radio; and '98 F-150 SC short-box XL, XLS package, Pacific Green, 4.2 5-speed, 3.55 ls, FM-cassette.

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