Clutch Hydraulic System: Service and Repair

CLUTCH FLUID


Bleeding


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.
- Monitor the fluid level in the reservoir tank to make sure it does not empty.
1. Top off reservoir with new recommended brake fluid. Refer to Maintenance.





2. Connect a transparent vinyl tube and container to the air bleeder valve on the clutch operating cylinder.
3. Fully depress the clutch pedal several times.
4. With the clutch pedal depressed, open the bleeder valve to release the air.
5. Close the bleeder valve.
6. Repeat steps 3 to 5 until clear brake fluid comes out of the air bleeder valve.
7. Tighten the air bleeder to the specified torque. Refer to Exploded View.