Repair and Diagnosis: Transmission: Clutches: Bleeding

Check the level of clutch fluid in the reservoir and replenish if necessary. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Checking Fluid Level
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Remove the rubber cap from the bleeder screw and wipe clean the bleeder screw. Connect a vinyl tube to the bleeder screw and insert the other end of the vinyl tube into a transparent container.
Pump the clutch repeatedly and hold it depressed. See Fig 2.

Fig 2: Pumping Clutch Pedal
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Loosen the bleeder screw to release clutch fluid with air bubbles into the container, then tighten the bleeder screw immediately.
Release the clutch pedal carefully. Repeat this operation until air bubbles disappear from the clutch fluid being pumped into the container. During bleeding operation, keep the clutch fluid reservoir filled to the specified level. Reinstall the rubber cap.