This condition can be determined by visual inspection and checking for free movement of the cable. A less obvious condition can occur which is sometimes difficult to diagnose. The removal of ground straps from the engine to the firewall or engine to frame forces the clutch cable to become the grounding source. When this occurs the cable becomes heated up beyond its limits. It then binds in its housing.
Incomplete release leads to short life of the clutch disc.
It has the same effect as driving with the clutch pedal partially depressed. Always check to make sure that the ground straps are in place and complete connections are made.