skippythompson

Thanks Calvinsnetwork, Your comments have been extremely helpful, I'm going to have a closer look for fluid leaks now. I haven't used the car since the trouble, I just parked it on the driveway until such times as I am clued up on the best route for diagnostic/repair as I have been ripped off by garages in the past, guessing wrongly about what needs to be replaced, until the point where they have replaced just about EVERYTHING!! (a previous car not this one). Thanks again.

Thanks Viperclive... Is this something which is repairable for a fairly competent (modest) DIY'er or is it a full garage / workshop job? Any ideas on the likely cost, things to consider along the way, etc Would it make sense to have some other components replaced at the same time as is sound like the gearbox is going to need to be removed in oder to access the Slave cylinder? Thanks again for all the comment - much appreciated!

Thanks for your input 'Chromedome', I should have mentioned that I had already checked for a broken return spring but the spring looks perfectly intact to me. Cheers!

I read this but saw that nobody posted any comments, so I am bringing this thread back to life as I now have the exact same problem! My new post... 2004 Galaxy Mk2 1.9 TDDI (130ps) Ghia ASZ1 - 139k Hi everyone, Does anyone know the cause of my clutch pedal suddenly staying down in an almost engaged position? (less than 2 inches from a fully engaged position) 1 - It first occurred after doing a 70 mile stretch of motorway . 2 - I then tried to dip the clutch pedal but it was resting in a position unusually low down to the floor. 3 - I figured out that I could use my foot to manually lift the pedal back up to the normal position but the problem keeps happening quite frequently. ??? :5: Initially, I thought it was probably due to a seized clutch cable but i see that the clutch pedal directly operates a push-rod mechanism onto what I think is the master cylinder, so no 'old fashioned' clutch cables to be seen anywhere !! Any input would be GREATLY appreciated - thanks!! Peace and love, peace and love.

:5: 2004 Galaxy Mk2 1.9 TDDI (130ps) Ghia ASZ1 - 139k Hi everyone, Does anyone know the cause of my clutch pedal suddenly staying down in an almost engaged position? (less than 2 inches from a fully engaged position) 1 - It first occurred after doing a 70 mile stretch of motorway . 2 - I then tried to dip the clutch pedal but it was resting in a position unusually low down to the floor. 3 - I figured out that I could use my foot to manually lift the pedal back up to the normal position but the problem keeps happening quite frequently. ??? :5: Initially, I thought it was probably due to a seized clutch cable but i see that the clutch pedal directly operates a push-rod mechanism onto what I think is the master cylinder, so no 'old fashioned' clutch cables to be seen anywhere !! Any input would be GREATLY appreciated - thanks!! Peace and love, peace and love.

No my friend... the airbag is a plastic surface mounted unit about the size of a small lunchbox. They would appear to be totally servicable items but know one seems to know how, including the people that are actually selling them (which I think is a bit strange!) They can be bought on eBay (other auction sites are available!) Item: 281115153767

**** GALAXY 1.9 TDI GHIA (asz1) **** :48: Hi everyone, Can anyone share their experience in removing and replacing a deployed / used airbag from either drivers or passengers side seat? I really don't want to cause any damage to the surrounding seat area. So far .... * I know that I need to first disconnect the car battery for 30 mins or so. * I already have vagcom to reset the airbag warning lamp afterwards. Any hints or tips would be greatly appreciated !!

**** GALAXY 1.9 TDI GHIA (asz1) **** :48: Hi everyone, Can anyone share their experience in removing and replacing a deployed / used airbag from either drivers or passengers side seat? I really don't want to cause any damage to the surrounding seat area. So far .... * I know that I need to first disconnect the car battery for 30 mins or so. * I already have vagcom to reset the airbag warning lamp afterwards. Any hints or tips would be greatly appreciated !!