Clutch Hydraulic System: Service and Repair
CLUTCH FLUIDAir Bleeding Procedure
CAUTION:
^ Do not spill clutch fluid onto painted surfaces. If it spills, wipe up immediately and wash the affected area with water.
NOTE:
^ Do not use a vacuum assist or any other type of power bleeder on this system. Use of a vacuum assist or power bleeder will not purge all the air from the system.
^ Carefully monitor fluid level in reservoir tank during bleeding operation.
1. Fill master cylinder reservoir tank with new clutch fluid.
2. Connect a transparent vinyl tube and container to the CSC (Concentric slave cylinder) connector air bleed port (1).
3. Fully depress the clutch pedal several times.
4. With clutch pedal depressed, push the lock pin (1) of the CSC (Concentric slave cylinder) connector (2) as shown.
CAUTION: Hold the lock pin in to prevent the connector from separating.
5. Slide the CSC (Concentric slave cylinder) connector (1) as shown to bleed the air.
Dimension A: 5 mm (0.20 in)
6. Return the CCS (Concentric slave cylinder) connector and lock pin to their original positions.
7. Release clutch pedal and wait for 5 seconds.
8. Repeat steps 2 to 7 until no bubbles are observed in the clutch fluid.