Bleeding Hydraulic System
CAUTION:
DO NOT
use silicone, mineral or paraffin base oil in clutch hydraulic system, or damage to rubber parts in cylinders may occur.
NOTE:
Bleeding is necessary if system has been opened (line disconnected, etc.) or if air has been drawn into system due to low fluid level in reservoir.
- Disconnect battery. Remove Engine Control Module (ECM) from bracket for access to clutch master cylinder for filling. Fill fluid reservoir. Remove clutch master cylinder cap and moisture barrier. Install cap without moisture barrier. Lightly press clutch pedal to release air trapped in system through master cylinder.
- Remove cap. Install moisture barrier and cap. Raise and support vehicle. Remove actuator cylinder nuts. Remove push rod and actuator cylinder from clutch housing (DO NOT disconnect line from actuator cylinder). Remove line from retaining clip. Remove bleed screw dust cap from actuator cylinder.
- Fully depress clutch pedal and open bleed screw. Close bleed screw and release clutch pedal. Repeat this step until no air exits from bleed screw. Fill reservoir. Reinstall ECM.