Originally Posted by
pdq 5oh
You may need to change the front derailleur, depending on what's on now.
How did you come to this conclusion?
OP: Does the shifter unit register the clicks? Is it defective? Determine this by disconnecting the cable and dry running it.
Also the most likely cause is too high cable tension. Learn how to adjust your FD here:
http://www.parktool.com/repair/readhowto.asp?id=75