Warning. Use only the recommended brake fluid and do not mix it with other types or brands of brake fluid as this will impair clutch function.
- Unscrew the reservoir cap and check that the brake fluid level in the reservoir is at the level of the max mark. When removing air, keep an eye on the presence of liquid in the tank, not allowing its bottom to be exposed, as air will again enter the system.
- On the clutch release cylinder, loosen the bleed screw and attach a hose to it (pic. 11.4). Place the other end of the hose in a glass container of sufficient volume.
Pic. 11.4. Location of the bleed valve for the hydraulic clutch drive on vehicles with gasoline engines
Pic. 11.5. Location of the hydraulic clutch bleeder on a vehicle with an F9Q1 engine
- Slowly depress the clutch pedal.
- With the clutch pedal depressed, loosen the bleeder screw and bleed the air from the hydraulic system. Tighten the bleeder screw and release the clutch pedal.
- Repeat the operations until the brake fluid comes out without air bubbles.