Bleeding The Clutch Slave Cylinder

-- Remove the noise insulation and heat shield for the left driveshaft if necessary to make it easier to access. Refer to appropriate service information. .

-- Remove the clutch slave cylinder bleed screw cap -1- -arrow-.

Fig 1: Identifying Clutch Slave Cylinder

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-- Attach the bleed hose -1- to the clutch slave cylinder.

Fig 2: Identifying Fluid Reservoir/Container

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-- Open the bleed screw and drain the correct amount of brake fluid SEQUENCE AND BRAKE FLUID CAPACITY TABLE .

-- Closes the bleed screw and install the cap.

-- Press the clutch pedal several times.

-- Move filler lever on Brake Charger/Bleeder Unit:VAS 5234  to position -B- (see operating instructions).

-- Remove the filler hose from the adapter.

-- Remove the adapter from the brake fluid reservoir.

-- Check the brake fluid level and fill if necessary. Refer to BRAKE FLUID, CHECKING LEVEL .

-- Install the brake fluid reservoir cap.

Fig 3: Brake Fluid Reservoir Level MIN & Max Marks

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-- Check pedal pressure and brake pedal free play. Free play: max ¹ /₃ of pedal travel