Vacuum Bleeding
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Tighten the bleed screw.
Tighten: Tighten the screw to 7 N.m (62 lb in).
- Ensure the pedal is in the released position.
- Fill the reservoir with DOT 3 hydraulic fluid to the MAX level (1).
- Install the J45727 and attach to the J 23738-A or equivalent with a length of hose.
- Place and hold the J45727 over the top of the reservoir to ensure a tight fit.
- Operate the J 23738-A to achieve 51-68 kPa (15-20 hg) on the gage.
- Hold vacuum for approximately 1 minute.
- Slowly relieve vacuum and remove the J45727 from the reservoir.
- Replenish fluid to the proper level.
- Repeat steps 5-9 until all air is removed from the clutch system.
- Replace the reservoir cap.
- Actuate the clutch pedal 10-12 times to ensure proper operation.
- Road test the vehicle to ensure proper clutch operation and shifting.
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
Brake fluid will deteriorate the rubber on the
J45727
. Use a clean shop towel to wipe away all fluid after each use.
IMPORTANT:
The clutch pedal will go to the floor on the first actuation, but should improve on the following actuations.