Clutch Release Cylinder: Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Mazda Tribute, 2001 Mazda Protege, and 2001 Mazda 626. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove clutch release cylinder. See CLUTCH RELEASE CYLINDER under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove push rod and boot. See Fig 1. Remove piston and piston cup by placing shop towel over bore and lightly applying air pressure to hydraulic port. Remove return spring, bleeder screw, and steel ball.