Clutch pedal, removing and installing: Removing

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Open clutch slave cylinder bleeder valve and connect VAG 1238B brake filling and bleeding unit, see INSTALLING .
Remove over-center spring, see OVER-CENTER SPRING, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
Disconnect clutch pedal from master cylinder, see MASTER CYLINDER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
Press operating rod toward engine compartment until reaching stop.
Remove clutch pedal securing clip from pivot pin by prying tab in direction of arrow -1- with screwdriver, then pushing clip off in direction indicated by arrow -2-.

Fig 1: Removing Clutch Pedal Securing Clip From Pivot Pin By Prying Tab With Screwdriver

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Remove securing clip -A- for pivot pin (brake pedal side) by inserting screwdriver below tab and pressing in direction of instrument panel -arrow-.
Pull pivot pin out toward right side until clutch pedal can be removed.

Fig 2: Removing Securing Clip -A- For Pivot Pin (Brake Pedal Side) By Inserting Screwdriver

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