Clutch Slave Cylinder: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Pickup, 2003 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2003 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Hold the slave cylinder over a suitable container.

Fig 1: Angling Slave Cylinder Hydraulic Tube Connection Port Is Above Push Rod

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Angle the slave cylinder so that the hydraulic tube connection port is above the push rod. Fill the slave cylinder with brake fluid.
Remove the cap from the opening in the hydraulic tube. Position the new O-ring seal on the end of the hydraulic tube. Coat the O-ring seal with brake fluid.
Connect and secure the slave cylinder to the hydraulic tube.
1. Connect the hydraulic tube to the slave cylinder.
2. Install the new roll pin.
Fig 2: Connecting Hydraulic Tube To Slave Cylinder
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Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION AND CLUTCH - GENERAL INFORMATION .
Install the slave cylinder.
- Compress and twist the slave cylinder to lock it onto the transmission.
Fig 3: Installing Slave Cylinder
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Lower the vehicle.
Test the system for normal operation.