CLUTCH FLUID REPLACEMENT

Caution

• Be careful not to spill clutch fluid on a painted surface. If this should happen, wash it off immediately.

Note

• Do not mix different brands of clutch fluid.

• Do not reuse the clutch fluid that was drained out.

SAE J1703, FMVSS 116 DOT-3

1. Draw the fluid from the reservoir with a suction pump.

2. Remove the bleeder cap from the clutch release cylinder and attach a vinyl hose to the bleeder plug.

3. Place the other end of the vinyl hose into a container.

Note

• If the clutch pedal does not return, when starting the bleeding, return the clutch pedal by hand or foot.

4. Slowly pump the clutch pedal several times.

5. With the clutch pedal depressed, loosen the bleeder screw using the SST to let fluid escape.

6. Tighten the bleeder screw using the SST to stop the fluid.

7. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until only clean fluid is seen.

8. Tighten the bleeder screw.

5.9-8.8 N·m {61-89 kgf·cm, 53-77 in·lbf}

9. Add fluid to the MAX mark.

10. Verify the correct clutch operation.