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CLUTCH 13 3.1.2.2. REGULAR MAINTENANCE A. CLUTCH SWITCH ADJUSTMENT 1. Place the clutch in the released position. 2. Loosen the lock nut (2). 3. Adjust the clutch switch (1) till the gap between the edge of the threaded portion of clutch switch and rubber stopper (3) is 0.5mm. NOTE Check for switch in pressed condition after setting the above gap . 4. After confirming the gap, tighten the lock nut (2) . For further details on clutch switch refer Engine Management system (EMS) section. B. CLUTCH BLEEDING PROCEDURE ! CAUTION • Use only DOT-4 fluid. NOTE • Whenever Clutch master Cylinder/ Concentric Slave Cylinder /clutch hose/ pressure line tube has to be removed or if the clutch pedal is spongy, bleed the system. 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 hose is submerged in the clutch fluid. 5. Fill the clutch fluid reservoir to its max level. 6. Press the clutch pedal slowly throughout its stroke and hold it pressed to its extreme position. NOTE During bleeding process keep a watch on fluid level in reservoir and top up if the level falls below the maximum mark. 7. Keeping the clutch pedal pressed open the bleeding valve (turn anti-clockwise) until the fluid containing air escapes.