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7. Keeping the clutch pedal pressed open the
bleeding valve (turn anti-clockwise) until the
fluid containing air escapes.
NOTE
•
Observe weather air bubbles are coming in the
container and let the fluid flow into the
container.
8. After few seconds close the bleeding valve (turn
clockwise).
9. Release the clutch pedal slowly without jerk and
hold it at released position for minimum 2
seconds.
10.Repeat the steps 5 to 9 until fluid coming in the
container is free from air bubbles.
! CAUTION
Fluid drained from the system should be
discarded.
11.After completion of bleeding operation ensure
that bleeding valve is turned to off position.
12.Disconnect the bleeding pipe and reinstall the
dust cap.
C. CLUTCH FLUID DRAINING PROCEDURE
1. Remove the stone guard for access of bleeding
valve (hydraulic adapter) from the vehicle.
2. Clean the external areas of the hydraulic
adapter and remove the dust cap from the
hydraulic adapter bleeding connection.
3. Connect the bleed pipe to the hydraulic adapter
bleeding connection.
4. Place the other end of bleed pipe in a clean
container which should be at a lower level than
the slave cylinder and ensure that the pipe is
submerged in the clutch fluid.
NOTE
•
After removing the hose, plug the passage of
CMC and the hose with suitable caps to avoid
entry of any contaminants.
5. Press and release the clutch pedal repeatedly
until the fluid stops coming out of the bleeder
valve.
! CAUTION
Fluid drained from the system should be
discarded.
Care should be taken while actuating the
plunger that it should not be actuated beyond its
maximum extended length.