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Clutch Fluid Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda 626. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
  • Be careful not to spill clutch fluid on a painted surface. If this should happen, wash it off immediately.
  • Do not mix different brands of clutch fluid.
  • Do not reuse drained clutch fluid.
  1. Draw the fluid from the reservoir with a suction pump.
  2. Remove the bleeder cap from the clutch release cylinder and attach a vinyl hose to the bleeder plug.
  3. Place the other end of the vinyl hose into a container.
  4. Slowly pump the clutch pedal several times.
  5. With the clutch pedal depressed, loosen the bleeder screw using the SST  to let fluid escape. Close the bleeder screw using the SST  .
    Fig 1: Bleeding Clutch Release Cylinder
    G01136926Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until only clean fluid is seen.
  7. Tighten the bleeder screw.

    Tightening Torque 

    5.9-8.8 N.m {60-90 kgf.cm, 53-78 in.lbf} 

  8. Add fluid to the MAX mark.
  9. Inspect for correct clutch operation.
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