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Repair and Diagnosis: Transmission: Clutch: Linkage: Installation

Clutch master cylinder, slave cylinder and connecting line are serviced as an assembly only. Components cannot be overhauled or serviced separately. Cylinders and connecting line are sealed units. Removal/installation procedures for right and left hand drive models are basically the same.

  1. Be sure reservoir cover on clutch master cylinder is tight to avoid spills.
  2. Position clutch linkage components in vehicle. Work connecting line and slave cylinder downward past engine and adjacent to clutch housing.
  3. Position clutch master cylinder on dash panel.
  4. Attach clutch master cylinder actuator to pivot pin on clutch pedal.
  5. Install and tighten clutch master cylinder attaching nuts to 38 N.m (28 ft. lbs.).
  6. Raise vehicle.
  7. Insert slave cylinder push rod through clutch housing opening and into release lever. Be sure cap on end of rod is securely engaged in lever. Check this before installing cylinder attaching nuts.
  8. Install and tighten slave cylinder attaching nuts to 23 N.m (17 ft. lbs.).
  9. Secure clutch fluid line in body and transmission clips.
  10. Lower vehicle.
  11. Connect clutch interlock safety switch wires.