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Clutch Hydraulics
The clutch is hydraulically actuated by
the master and slave cylinders. Clutch
disc wear is automatically taken up
through the self adjusting pressure
plate springs, making periodic
adjustments unnecessary.
A soft or spongy feel to the clutch
pedal, long pedal free-play, or grinding
noises from the gears while shifting
can all indicate problems with the
clutch hydraulics. In these
circumstances it is best to start with a
clutch fluid flush, followed, if
necessary, by replacement of the
hydraulic parts.
Note:
The clutch hydraulic system shares the
fluid reservoir and fluid with the brake
hydraulic system.
Clutch hydraulic system,
bleeding and flushing
If the clutch/brake fluid is murky or
muddy, or has not been changed
within the last two years, the system
should be flushed. Flushing the old
fluid from the clutch lines is done using
a brake system pressure bleeder.
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Raise and safely support vehicle.
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Remove under transmission
splash guard if applicable.
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Remove brake fluid reservoir cap.
Using a clean syringe, remove
brake fluid from reservoir. Refill
reservoir with clean DOT 4 brake
fluid.