If fitted: Bleeding the clutch hydraulic system (only for vehicles with manual transmission)

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Venting clutch hydraulic system

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Connect bleeder unit to brake fluid expansion tank.
Check relevant equipment manufacturer's operating instructions for each device.
Charging pressure should not exceed 2 bar.

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Remove the dust cap from the bleed valve (1).
Connect the vent hose to the bleed valve (1).
Open bleed valve (1) and purge it until clear, bubble-free brake fluid emerges.
Close bleed valve (1).
Switch off bleeder unit or remove from brake fluid expansion tank.
Correct brake fluid level in expansion tank.

Follow-up work

Refer to DISCONNECTING THE BLEEDER UNIT FOR THE BRAKE FLUID .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE REAR LEFT .
Refer to PERFORMING THE CBS RESET .
Refer to CHECKING THE GAS PRESSURE SPRINGS FOR HOOD (ONLY FOR VERSIONS WITH ACTIVE PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION (SA8TF)) .