Clutch Control
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412 Clutch Control
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412-1To replace clutch master cylinder
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GENERAL
The clutch master cylinder and slave cylinder can
be
serviced without removing the engine or transmission. However,the clutchslave cylinder can only be removed together withthe pressure plate assembly, clutch disc, and release bearing.See
411
Clutch
for information
on
removing these components.The clutch
is
non-adjustable. Typical problems with theclutch hydraulic system are fluid leaks, and air trapped
in
thesystem that creates a spongy feel to the clutch pedal. Fluidleaks are usually apparent around the component. Internalleakage past a seal can occur which results
in
a loss
of
pressure when the pedalispushed.
To
replace clutch master cylinder
1.
Working
in
the engine compartment, pinch off the fluidsupply hose from the brake fluid reservoir to the clutchmaster cylinder. See Fig.
1.
Ag.
1. Ruid reservoir B for clutch master cylinderandmaster cylinder A. Arrowshowsfluidsupplyhose.
2.
Remove the hydraulic pipe from the master cylinder.See Fig.
2.
Remove the clip that holds the pipe to thebody.
CAUTION
Brake fluid can damage paint and bodywork. Immediatelyrinse any spills with water.
To bleed clutch master and slave cylinders
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412-2
NOTE
On
cars equipped with ABS, it may be necessary to removethe alternator belt tensioner and move the alternator to oneside
to
reach the master cylinder.Fig. 2. Clutch master cylinder hydraulic pipe being removed.Master cylinder
is
located
at
A.
3.
Inside the
car,
remove the left hand footwell air duct.See
Fig. 3.
Remove the clevis pin and the master cylinderself-locking mounting nuts. See Fig.
4.
WARNING
Always replace self-locking nuts with new ones.
4.
Installation
is
the reverse of removal. Bleed the system
as
described below. Replenish the fluid
in
the brakemaster cylinder reservoir as necessary.
NOTE
Do
not allow the reservoir to empty, otherwise the entire system will need
to be
bled after the reservoir
is
refilled.
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Saab Official Service Manual: 900 16 Valve: 1985-1993 - Excerpt
An excerpt of section 412 - Clutch Control from the Saab Official Service Manual: 900 16 Valve: 1985-1993, including the procedures for replacing the clutch master cylinder and bleeding the clutch master and slave cylinders. For more information on this repair manual, visit http://www.bentleypublishers.com/product.htm?code=s993
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