21 00 006 Bleeding Clutch Hydraulic System (Plastic Clutch Slave Cylinder)

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove UNDERBODY PROTECTION .

Release expanding rivets (1).

Remove cover (2) for cowl panel.

Installation note:

Replace damaged expanding rivets.

Holders (3) must snap into place in suspension cross-brace when cover (2) is installed.

Fig 1: Cover For Cowl Panel, Expanding Rivets And Holders

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Connect bleeder unit to brake fluid expansion tank.

IMPORTANT: Check relevant equipment manufacturer's operating instructions for each device.
Charging pressure should not exceed 2 bar.

Connect vent hose to vent valve (1).

Open vent valve (1) and flush until clear brake fluid emerges without air bubbles.

Close vent valve.

Fig 2: Vent Hose At Vent Valve

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Switch off bleeder unit or remove from brake fluid expansion tank.

Correct brake fluid level in expansion tank.