Clutch Slave Cylinder: Service and Repair

CLUTCH RELEASE CYLINDER






REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the clutch tube.
2. Remove the clutch release cylinder mounting bolt.

INSPECTION
1. Check the clutch release cylinder for fluid leakage.
2. Check the clutch release cylinder boots for damage.

DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove the clutch hose, valve plate, spring, push rod and boot.
2. Remove any dirt from the piston bore opening of the release cylinder.





3. Remove the piston from the release cylinder using compressed air.

CAUTION:
1. Cover the release cylinder with rags to prevent the piston from popping out and causing injury.
2. Apply compressed air slowly to prevent the fluid from splashing In your eyes or on your skin.

INSPECTION
1. Check the clutch release cylinder for fluid leakage.
2. Check the clutch release cylinder boots for damage.
3. Check the release cylinder bore for rust and damage.





4. Measure the release cylinder bore at three locations (bottom, middle and top) with a cylinder gauge and replace the release cylinder assembly if the bore-to-piston clearance exceeds the limit.
Limit: 0.15 mm (0.006 inch)

REASSEMBLY
1. Apply specified brake fluid to the release cylinder bore and the outer surface of the piston and piston cup, and push the piston cup assembly into the cylinder.
Use the specified fluid : Brake fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4





2. Install the valve plate, push rod and boot.

INSTALLATION





1. Coat the clevis pin with the specified grease.
Specified grease: CASMOLY L9508





2. Install the clutch release cylinder, and the clutch tube.