Removal And Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Use of any other than approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING:
Carefully read cautionary information on the product label. For EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION seek medical advice. In the USA or Canada on Ford/Motorcraft products call: 1-800-959-3673. For additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION:
Do not allow the brake master cylinder reservoir to run dry during the bleeding operation. Keep the brake master cylinder reservoir filled with clean, specified brake fluid. Never reuse the brake fluid that has been drained from the hydraulic system.
CAUTION:
Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, wash the surface with water immediately.
NOTE:
When any part of the hydraulic system has been disconnected for repair or new installation, air may get into the system and cause spongy brake pedal action. This requires bleeding of the hydraulic system after it has been correctly connected. The hydraulic system can be bled manually or with pressure bleeding equipment.
- Remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION article.
- Remove the 2 bolts and the clutch slave cylinder.
- To install, tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
- Inspect the clutch slave cylinder for the following:
- Damaged boot.
- Leaking brake fluid.
- Worn or damaged release bearing.
- Rotate the release bearing while applying pressure. If the bearing rotation is rough, install a new clutch slave cylinder.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Bleed the clutch hydraulic system.
- Remove the clutch reservoir cap and diaphragm. Check the fluid level. Fill the reservoir to or above the step mark. Install the cap and diaphragm.
- Depress and release the clutch pedal several times to stabilize the clutch hydraulic system.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
- Remove the bleeder screw cover and attach a vinyl hose to the bleeder hose. Place the other end of the vinyl hose into a clear container partially filled with brake fluid.
- Have an assistant depress and release the clutch pedal 5 times, then hold the clutch pedal down. With the clutch pedal depressed, loosen the bleeder screw to let air escape the clutch system. Tighten the bleeder screw. Repeat this process until no air comes through the vinyl hose.
- Tighten the bleeder screw and install the bleeder screw cover.
- Slowly pump the clutch pedal several times to verify there is no fluid leakage.
- Depress and release the clutch pedal 2 short cycles and 3 full-travel cycles.
- Make sure the clutch reservoir is at the correct level. Refill as necessary.