Clutch Slave Cylinder: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Apply a small amount of grease on the end of the slave cylinder push rod.

Install the clutch slave cylinder and the 2 clutch slave cylinder bolts.
- Tighten to 19 Nm (168 lb-in).
  
  Fig 1: Locating Clutch Slave Cylinder Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Connect the clutch hydraulic tube.
- Tighten to 17 Nm (150 lb-in).
  
  Fig 2: Locating Clutch Hydraulic Tube
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

WARNING: Do not allow the brake master cylinder to run dry during the bleeding operation. Master cylinder may be damaged if operated without fluid, resulting in degraded braking performance. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

Bleed the air from the system. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION & CLUTCH - GENERAL INFORMATION - FUSION & MKZ article.