Clutch Fluid: Service and Repair
REPLACEMENTCAUTION:
^ The FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT3 or 4 brake fluid must be used.
^ Cover bleeder with waste cloth, when loosening it, to prevent brake fluid from being splashed over surrounding parts.
^ Avoid mixing different brands of brake fluid to prevent degrading the quality of the fluid.
^ Be careful not to allow dirt or dust to get into the reservoir tank.
NOTE:
^ During bleeding operation, keep the clutch reservoir tank filled with brake fluid to eliminate entry of air.
^ Clutch pedal operating must be very slow.
^ For convenience and safety, it is advisable to have two men working.
^ The amount of brake fluid required is approximately 70 ml (2.4 US fluid ounces, 2.5 Imp fluid ounces) for total clutch system.
1. Remove air cleaner case.
2. Either jack-up vehicle and place a safety stand under it, or lift-up vehicle.
3. Draw out the brake fluid from reservoir tank with syringe.
4. Refill reservoir tank with recommended brake fluid.
Recommended brake fluid: FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT3 or 4 brake fluid
5. Drain fluid in the same method as the air bleeding.
6. Refill brake fluid before reservoir tank becomes empty, and drain contaminated fluid again.
7. Repeat the above procedure until the contaminated fluid is completely drained.