CLUTCH SYSTEM (for EE65) BLEEDING

Note

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

Tech Tips

If any work is performed on the clutch system or if air in the clutch lines is suspected, bleed air from the clutch hydraulic system.
In case of clutch fluid replacement, make sure that the old fluid is replaced in the clutch line between the reservoir and the bleeder before bleeding.

FILL RESERVOIR WITH BRAKE FLUID
1. Text in Illustration
  
  *1 MAX Line
  
  *2 MIN Line
  
  Fill the reservoir with brake fluid.
  
  Brake Fluid
  
  SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
  
  Note
  
  Add brake fluid to keep the level between the MIN and MAX lines of the reservoir while bleeding the brakes.
BLEED CLUTCH LINE
Text in Illustration

*1 Bleeder plug cap

*2 Bleeder plug

Tech Tips

In case of clutch fluid replacement, make sure that the old fluid is replaced in the clutch line between the reservoir and the bleeder before bleeding.
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.
  
  Torque:
  
  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.
CHECK BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
1. Check the brake fluid level.
  
  If brake fluid level is lower than the MIN line, check for leaks and inspect the disc brake pads. If necessary, refill the reservoir with brake fluid to the MAX line after repair or replacement.
  
  Brake Fluid
  
  SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3