It is a semi-complex job to change struts that will require special tools. Check with you library if it has Chilton or Haynes repair manual that you can borrow. So you can decide if you want to change them yourself. Your local auto parts store should rent you the tools cheaply if you buy the...
Just a sort distance above the shifter is a removable plate cover where you can adjust the clutch. First loosen (add slack) by loosening the cable barrel adjuster and then adjust the clutch under the removable plate cover. Then adjust the cable barrel adjuster to the correct slack.
