Clutch Fluid: Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
CAUTION:
- The FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 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 fl oz, 2.5 lmp fl oz) for total clutch system.
- Remove air cleaner case. Refer to REMOVAL under AIR CLEANER CASE .
- Either jack-up vehicle and place a safety stand under it, or lift-up vehicle.
- Draw out the brake fluid from reservoir tank with syringe.
- Refill reservoir tank with recommended brake fluid.
Recommended brake fluid: FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or 4 brake fluid
- Drain fluid in the same method as the air bleeding.
- Refill brake fluid before reservoir tank becomes empty, and drain contaminated fluid again.
- Repeat the above procedure until the contaminated fluid is completely drained.