Clutch Fluid: Service and Repair

CAUTION: Clutch fluid will damage painted surfaces. If clutch fluid does get on a painted surface, wipe it off immediately.

1. Remove the brake fluid from the reservoir by using a suction pump, and fill the reservoir with new fluid of the specified type.
2. Remove the bleeder cap from the clutch release cylinder and attach a vinyl hose to the bleeder plug.
3. Insert the other end of the vinyl hose into a clear container.
4. Working with another person, have the person depress the clutch pedal several times, then hold it down.





5. With the clutch pedal depressed, loosen the bleeder screw by using the Special Service Tool (SST) to let the fluid escape. Close the bleeder screw.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until only clean fluid is seen. Make sure the reservoir is always 3/4 full or more during this procedure.
7. Modify the bleeder screw tightening torque to allow for a torque wrench-SST combination.





8. Tighten the bleeder screw by using the SST to 5.9 - 8.8 Nm (53 - 78 inch lbs.).
9. Fill the reservoir to MAX with new fluid of the specified type.
10. Slowly pump the clutch pedal several times. Verify that there is no fluid leakage.
11. Check the operation of the clutch system.
12. Check the operation of the brake system.