Clutch: Service and Repair

Hydraulic System Bleeding Procedure

NOTICE: Do not use fluid which has been bled from a system to fill the reservoir as it may be aerated, have too much moisture content or possibly be contaminated.

Clean
^ Dirt and grease from the cap to ensure that no foreign substances enter the system.

Important
^ Maintain the fluid level in the clutch reservoir to the top step with Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM P/N 12345347 or equivalent.

1. Attach a hose to the bleeder screw on the clutch actuator assembly and submerge the other end of the hose in a container of Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM P/N 12345347 or equivalent.
2. Depress the clutch pedal slowly and hdld.
3. Loosen the bleeder screw to purge air.
4. Tighten bleeder screw to 2 N.m (18 lbs. in.).
5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 until air is purged.
6. Fill reservoir to top step with Hydraulic Clutch fluid GM P/N 12345347 or equivalent.
7. Repeat bleeding procedure.