Clutch Release Cylinder

CLUTCH RELEASE CYLINDER
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION






Caution: Be careful not to spill clutch fluid on a painted surface. If spilled, wipe it off immediately.

1. Disconnect the clutch pipe from the transmission using Clutch Disconnect Tool T88T-70522-A, or equivalent.
2. Remove the transmission.
3. Remove in the order shown in the figure,
4. Install in the reverse order of removal,
5. After installation, bleed the clutch system. Service and Repair






Clutch pipe

Caution: After removing the clutch pipe, plug it to avoid fluid leakage.

1. Disconnect the clutch pipe by using Clutch Disconnect Tool T88T-70522-A, or equivalent.
2. Slide the white plastic sleeve toward the clutch release cylinder while applying a slight tug on the pipe.






OVERHAUL
1. Disassemble in the order shown in the figure.
2. Inspect all parts and repair or replace as necessary.
3. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
(1) Retaining ring
(2) Clutch release collar Inspection
(3) Spring
(4) Clutch release cylinder

Clutch release cylinder
Install the clutch release cylinder.
Tightening torque: 19.1-25.9 N.m {1.9-2.6 kgf.m, 14.1-19.1 ft.lbf}






INSPECTION
Release collar travel

1. Remove the rubber plug from the inspection port in the side of the transmission housing.






2. Using the black plastic bearing retainer rear edge as an indicator, take a reading with the clutch pedal fully up using Bearing Travel Gauge D87T-4201-A, or equivalent.
3. Have an assistant fully depress the clutch pedal and take another measurement.
4. The difference between the two readings is the total bearing travel.
5. If the release collar travel is less than 1O.8mm {O.425 in} ,inspect the hydraulic system for leaks. If a leak is located in the system, replace the worn or damaged component and bleed the system.
6. If no leak is found, bleed the system. Recheck the release collar travel after repairs.






Note The illustration shows how a tool may be fabricated locally.