Clutch Slave Cylinder: Removing

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-- Clutch master or slave cylinder, removal and installation information.

NOTE:

Brake fluid must not come into contact with the transmission. Clean the transmission housing if necessary.

-- Remove the rear noise insulation by loosening the fasteners -2- and -3-

Fig 1: Identifying Noise Insulation Components

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WARNING:

Danger of eye injury.

Wear protective eyewear.

-- Open the clip -2- with a screwdriver and pull it out.

-- Remove the hose connection from the clutch slave cylinder and seal it.

Fig 2: Identifying Clutch Slave Cylinder

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-- Remove the bolt -3- and remove the clutch slave cylinder -1- toward the rear.

NOTE:

To prevent dirt from getting in, seal any open lines and connections with a clean plug taken from the VAS 6122.