Clutch Slave Cylinder: Service and Repair

Removal





1. Disconnect the clutch master cylinder hydraulic line from the clutch slave cylinder with (A) Clutch Coupling Tool.
2. Remove the transmission.





3. Note: Inspect the clutch housing for traces of fluid. If fluid is visible, replace the clutch slave cylinder.

Remove the clutch slave cylinder.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the clutch slave cylinder.





4. CAUTION: The clutch release hub and bearing is prelubricated and should not be cleaned with solvent. The clutch release hub and bearing are replaced as an assembly. Do not disassemble for inspection or replacement.

Remove the clutch release hub and bearing from the clutch slave cylinder.
1. Push the clutch release hub and bearing against the spring and move toward the base.
2. Remove the retainer ring and remove the clutch release hub and bearing and the spring.
5. Inspect the clutch slave cylinder for the following:
- Weak spring.
- Leaking fluid.

Installation





1. Install the clutch release hub and bearing.
- Lubricate the clutch release hub and bearing at sliding points with Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or -K or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B.
1. Position the (A) spring and the (B) clutch release hub and bearing onto the clutch slave cylinder.
2. Push the clutch release hub and bearing against the spring and install the retainer ring.





2. Install the clutch slave cylinder.
1. Position the clutch slave cylinder.
2. Install the bolts.
3. Install the transmission.