Bleeding the Clutch System
Bleeding the clutch systemNotes
Note:
^ The clutch system and brake system share a common reservoir.
^ The clutch slave cylinder is located to the left of the transmission, at the top of the clutch bellhousing.
^ Observe brake fluid quality. Use only new DOT 4 brake fluid.
^ The brake fluid change interval is 2 years in conjunction with Super DOT 4 brake fluid.
^ This brake fluid is available under the following part numbers: Container quantity: 1 liter = 000.043.203.66. 30 liters = 000.043.203.67.
Procedure for bleeding
The shared reservoir for the brake and clutch systems is located in the engine compartment, on the left under the cowl panel cover -arrow in the plenum panel.
1. Open the reservoir and connect the bleeding device -> see figure. Switch on the bleeding device and set the bleeding pressure to approximately 2.0 bar.
2. Remove engine guard.
3. Use a transparent hose and a collecting bottle to check the escaping brake fluid accurately for cleanliness, freedom from air bubbles and to determine the brake fluid used. Attach the hose of the collecting bottle to the bleeder valve.
4. Open the bleeder valve -arrow- (approximately three turns!) until brake fluid emerges. Press the clutch pedal three times and wait for approximately 30 seconds. Press the clutch pedal three times again (2 workers required).
5. Repeat the procedure as often as required until clear, bubble-free brake fluid emerges.
6. Tighten the bleeder valve to the specified tightening torque (3.5 ± 0.5) ft. lbs.) and remove the bleeder hose from the clutch slave cylinder. Fit dust cap and remove bleeder hose from reservoir.
7. Screw cap on reservoir. Once the vehicle has been filled and bled, the brake fluid level in the reservoir must be between the MIN and MAX markings. Adjust the brake fluid level if necessary. -> see figure
8. Fit engine guard.