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Subject:How do I adjust (bleed?) the clutch?
From:David Marshall
Date:Tue, 8 Jun 2004 19:18:31 -0700

I just finished installing a 1.9TD in my Syncro Single Cab.  In the process
of having the original engine out, the clutch cylinder in the rear ruptured
and leaked brake fluid all over the place.  Today I installed a new clutch
cylinder.  I got the wife to push the clutch pedal to bleed out the majority
of the air.  Then I used a 2x2" piece of wood to keep the clutch from going
down and the wife pressed on the clutch pedal ( that wouldn't go down at
this point ) and I slowly let more fluid come out until it was clean and
bubble free.  Figured that this way it would be like bleeding brakes.   Now
I can engage the clutch but it feels very soft and you have to go to the
floor to get it in and out of any gear.  Is there something that I am
forgetting to do?

Thanks in advance.

David Marshall

Fast Forward Automotive Inc.
4356 Quesnel-Hixon Road
Quesnel BC Canada  V2J 6Z3

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