Clutch Master Cylinder: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle and 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Before replacing the clutch master cylinder due to an assumed defect, refer to CLUTCH MASTER AND CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER, CHECKING .

-- Remove the mounting bracket, refer to MOUNTING BRACKET .

-- Unlock the mount for the clutch master cylinder actuator rod using the pliers T10005.

Fig 1: Disengaging Master Cylinder Operating Rod Mount Using Pliers T10005

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-- Place a spacer -A- between the clutch pedal and the jounce bumper and push the clutch pedal down as far as the spacer.

Fig 2: Disengaging Securing Bracket And Pulling Master Cylinder Out Of Mounting Bracket

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Spacer length = approximately 40 mm (for example, a 1/2" socket)

-- Unlock the securing clip -B- and remove the clutch master cylinder from the bracket in the -direction of arrow 1- and then in the -direction of arrow 2-.