Clutch hydraulic system, bleeding
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- Bleed clutch hydraulic system using VAG 1238/1 or VAG 1238B brake filling and bleeding unit.
- To bleed system, use VAG 1238/B bleeder hose; length = 670 mm (26.38 in.)
- Connect bleeder hose to brake bleeding unit collector bottle -A- pressure hose.
- Connect bleeder hose to slave cylinder -B- and open bleeder valve.
- Depress clutch pedal several times after completing bleeding process.
Fig 1: Bleeding Clutch Hydraulic System Using VAG 1238/1 or VAG 1238B Brake Filling And Bleeding Unit