Bleeding air from the hydraulic circuit of the clutch release drive (Mitsubishi Galant 6)

1. Bleeding of the hydraulic clutch release drive should be performed each time after removal of its components, and also when the fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir drops so much that air gets into the assembly. The bleeding principle is the same as that used when removing air from the brake tract.

2. Fill the master cylinder reservoir with fresh DOT 3 brake fluid.

Do not reuse liquid that has already been pumped out of the system, or liquid that has been stored for a long time in a loosely closed container.

3. Jack up the vehicle and support it, thereby providing access to the clutch slave cylinder, which is mounted on the front side of the transmission assembly.

4. Remove the dust cap and attach the end of a plastic hose of a suitable size to the bleeder valve of the slave cylinder. Lower the other end of the hose into a transparent container partially filled with brake fluid. Make sure that the cut end of the hose is completely immersed in the fluid.

5. Ask an assistant to depress the clutch pedal and lock it in the lower position. Open the bleeder valve slightly and release the fluid from the cylinder into the drain container. When the flow of fluid mixed with air bubbles stops, tighten the valve tightly again and allow the assistant to release the pedal.

6. Continue bleeding in the same manner until the fluid coming out of the cylinder is completely free of air bubbles. Constantly carefully monitor the fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir, not allowing it to drop too low, which could result in air getting into the tract and nullifying all efforts made.

7. When bleeding is complete, disconnect the hose and replace the dust cap. If necessary, add a little more hydraulic fluid to the reservoir. Check that the clutch is functioning properly.