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Clutch Release Cylinder

H-14prose procedure

Exploded view labeled B6 DOHC.

Continued from H-13

Installation Note

Clutch pipe

  1. 1
    Modify the clutch pipe tightening torque to allow for a torque wrench-SST combination. (Refer to section GI "Torque Formulas".)
    Installation-note illustration showing SST 49 0259 770B flare-nut wrench used to tighten the clutch pipe at the release cylinder.
  2. 2
    Tighten the clutch pipe by using the SST.
Clutch pipe
126 - 211N·m

Overhaul

  1. 1
    Disassemble in the order shown in the figure, referring to Disassembly Note.
    Exploded view of the clutch release cylinder (B6 DOHC) disassembly order. Numbered callouts 1-8: push rod, boot, piston and cup assembly, return spring, bleeder cap, bleeder screw, steel ball, release cylinder body. Two magnified insets show the piston/cup with brake fluid application and the release cylinder body. Bleeder screw torque 5.9-8.8 N·m (60-90 kgf·cm, 53-78 in-lbf).
  2. 2
    Inspect all parts and repair or replace as necessary.
  3. 3
    Wipe all parts, and clean all ports, passages, and inner parts with compressed air.
    Using compressed air can cause dirt and other particles to fly out, causing injury to the eyes. Wear protective eye wear whenever using compressed air.
  4. 4
    Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
Parts DiagramFig. fig2
#Part NameNotes
1Boot—
2Push rod—
3Piston and cup assemblyDisassembly Note ... page H-15; Inspect for wear, scoring and cracks
4Return spring—
5Bleeder cap—
6Bleeder screw—
7Steel ball—
8Release cylinder bodyInspect cylinder bore for scoring and corrosion; Replace clutch release cylinder assembly if necessary.
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See also

page H-15

section GI Torque Formulas

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