Clutch Hydraulic System, Bleeding

Clutch hydraulic system, bleeding, 02X, 6 Spd. M/T AWD

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Brake filler and bleeder unit VAS 5234:

Brake fluid specification.

Procedure

Note:
^ Open the bleeder valve before switching on the bleeding appliance.
^ When performing the following steps, make sure that no brake fluid escapes onto the transmission.
^ The clutch system must be bled after performing work on the hydraulic clutch mechanism.
^ Before bleeding the clutch system, pull out clutch pedal and top off brake fluid to "Max" marking on brake fluid reservoir.
^ The clutch system should be bled at the same intervals as the brake system.
- Connect brake filler and bleeder unit VAS 5234, but do not switch on at this stage.
- If installed, remove sound insulation beneath transmission.





- If installed, remove heat shield - arrows - for drive axles (left-side).





- Connect bleeder hose - A - to slave cylinder - arrow - and open bleeder valve.
- Connect bleeder hose to pressure hose of fluid collector bottle.
- Switch on bleeder appliance and allow about 100 cm3 of brake fluid to drain out.
^ Operating pressure 2.5 bar

Note:
^ Make sure bleeder hose is correctly installed during bleeding operation.

- Close bleeder valve and tighten to 4.5 Nm.
- Depress clutch pedal several times after bleeding process is completed.
- Repeat bleeding procedure if necessary.
- If installed, screw heat shield for drive axle (left-side) onto transmission.

Tightening torques: