CLUTCH SYSTEM(for 3ZR-FE) BLEEDING

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Note:

Wash off clutch fluid immediately if it comes in contact with any painted surface.

Tip:

  • If any work is performed on the clutch system or if air in the clutch lines is suspected, bleed the air from the clutch hydraulic system.

  • When replacing the clutch fluid, make sure that the old clutch fluid in the clutch line between the reservoir and bleeder is replaced before bleeding air.

PROCEDURE

  1. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER BRACKET LH

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  2. FILL BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR

    1. Remove the brake master cylinder reservoir filler cap assembly.

    2. Add brake fluid until the fluid level is between the MIN and MAX lines of the reservoir.

      Brake fluid

      SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

      Note:

      Do not remove the filter from the brake master cylinder reservoir and be sure to fill with new brake fluid to avoid any potential contamination of the brake system. Contamination, for example by dirt particles or mineral oil, could lead to functional brake problems.

  3. BLEED CLUTCH LINE

    C199142C01

    *1

    Bleeder Plug Cap

    *2

    Bleeder Plug

    1. Remove the bleeder plug cap.

    2. Connect a vinyl tube to the bleeder plug.

    3. Depress the clutch pedal 5 times, and then loosen the bleeder plug while the pedal is depressed.

    4. When fluid no longer comes out, tighten the bleeder plug, and then release the clutch pedal.

    5. Repeat both of the previous 2 steps 6 times.

    6. Tighten the bleeder plug.

      8.4 N*m

      86 kgf*cm

      74 in.*lbf

    7. Depress the clutch pedal 10 times or more and confirm its operation.

      Note:

      This must be performed before the engine is started.

    8. Install the bleeder plug cap.

    9. Check that all the air has been bled from the clutch line.

  4. INSPECT BRAKE FLUID LEVEL IN RESERVOIR

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  5. INSTALL COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER BRACKET LH

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