lta_ds_fs7

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The clutch on my 2004 rx8 started making an odd noise today...The noise only occurs when I press and release the clutch, and it sounds like a short squeak...Similar to an object needing WD-40...It only lasts for a split second when pressing in and releasing, but I'm not sure what could be causing the problem...The clutch was replaced recently by the previous owner, so I don't think it is burning out...Any ideas?

Jedi54

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Never fear, Jedi is here!
It could be the clutch pedal itself is having problems. Unfortunately this is a common problem with the RX-8 where the welds on the pedal do not hold up and the pedal can actually snap.

Here's a thread with tons of useful information in the first few pages: https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-trouble-shooting-95/clutch-pedal-snap-off-8-year-warranty-recall-%7E%7E%7E-132912/

lta_ds_fs7

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Thanks!

Jedi54

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I edited my post with the link.
Also, there is another thread out there regarding a TSB (service bulletin) concerning the pedals and an extended warranty on them for those of us who had ours break.

SuperCereal90

dont worry, i get the squeaking noise too. but only when i've been driving aggressively for a period of time. i replaced it once before with the extended warranty they had, but the squeaking returned after a month. so i just stopped worrying about it, it will go away after 3-4 months.

lta_ds_fs7

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I just made an appointment with the dealership for tomorrow...I'm hoping it's nothing...Better to be safe than sorry though...lol...My only concern is that when I checked it out, I could move it side to side very easily...Unless that's normal...I've never tried to mess with it before today :/

I read one of the posts from the link that Jedi (above) posted, and that person had the same symptoms...Their clutch ended up snapping.

DarkBrew

There was (is?) also a TSB for the switches on the clutch pedal assembly as they could also squeak...

lta_ds_fs7

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The dealer just called me back and said there's a recall with the clutch that wasn't taken care of on my car, so that will be fixed tomorrow (assuming that the recall is the problem).

DarkBrew

The new clutch pedal part # apparently includes the switches so, assuming it's installed correctly, the squeak should be gone.