Bleeding

Clutch hydraulic system, bleeding and flushing

If the clutch/brake fluid is murky or muddy, or has not been changed within the last two years, it should be flushed from the clutch hydraulic circuit. Flushing the old fluid from the clutch lines is done using a brake system pressure bleeder.


1. Remove brake fluid reservoir cap and attach appropriate pressure bleeder to fluid reservoir as per manufacturer's instructions.

CAUTION: Do not exceed 1 bar (14.5 psi) of pressure at the fluid reservoir.

2. Connect a length of clear hose to slave cylinder bleeder valve and place open end of hose into clean container.


3. Open bleeder screw on slave cylinder.


4. Slowly operate clutch pedal several times. Close bleeder screw once fluid runs clear without air bubbles.


5. Check fluid reservoir and top off fluid level.


NOTE: If there is air trapped in the ilnes, unbolt the slave cylinder from the transmission. Push the slave cylinder pushrod all the way in and then slowly release it. This will force any remaining air in the system into the fluid reservoir.