02XA Transmission

Clutch System, Bleeding

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Brake Filler/Bleeder Unit (VAS 5234)

Brake fluid specifications. Refer to => Brakes and Traction Control Brakes and Traction Control

Procedure

• After working on the hydraulic clutch mechanism, the system must be bled.

• Before bleeding, you must bring clutch pedal back to rest position and fill brake fluid reservoir to "max" mark with brake fluid.

• First open bleeder valve, before switching on brake filler/bleeder unit.

• For the following work step, make sure no brake fluid leaks onto transmission.

• Perform clutch system bleeding in intervals with brake system bleeding.

- Connect Brake Filler/Bleeder Unit (VAS 5234) but do not switch on yet.

- Remove the noise insulation under the transmission, where applicable.

- Remove the left drive axle heat shield - arrows -, where applicable.





- Connect bleeder hose - A - to clutch slave cylinder - arrow - and open bleeder valve.





- Connect bleeder hose with collector bottle vacuum hose.

- Now switch on brake filler/bleeder unit and bleed approximately 100 cm3 of brake fluid.

• Working pressure 2.5 bar

• Ensure correct bleeder hose seating during bleeding process.

- Close bleeder valve with 4.5 Nm.

- Depress clutch pedal several times after completion of bleeding process.

- Bleed system again if necessary.

- Attach the left drive axle heat shield to the transmission, where applicable.

Tightening Specifications