Hydraulic clutch system bleed air

Operation 0010T67 · Vehicle oil and fluids

1.2 16v, 1.4 16v, 1.6 16v, 1.8 16v, 1.9 JTD 8v

Removing

Check that the brake/clutch fluid contained in the reservoir is at the maximum mark; if not, top up with the recommended fluid. if not, top up with the recommended fluid. When topping up the brake/clutch fluid, remove the reservoir cap and fill to the maximum mark.

The symbol on the container identifies synthetic type brake/cutch fluids as opposed to mineral type fluids. The use of mineral type fluids irreparably damages the special rubber seals in the hydraulic braking system.

Take great care to avoid the brake/clutch fluid, which is highly corrosive, from coming into contact with the paintwork. If this should happen, wash immediately with water.

The air in the hydraulic circuit acts as a bearing, absorbing a large part of the pressure exerted by the brake pump and reducing the efficiency of the braking. The air is felt in terms of the 'spongy' sensation at the brake pedal and the reduction in the braking capacity.

Position the vehicle on the ramp

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Check that the brake/clutch fluid level is between the MIN and MAX marks.

1. Remove the cap from the brake/clutch fluid reservoir and connect the equipment to the reservoir.

2. Lift the clip (2a) and withdraw the fluid pipe (2b) until the first click, so as to open the bleed valve built into the actuator, then connect the collection system (pipe and reservoir) to the bleed valve on the actuator (2c).

3. Slowly open the fluid reservoir cock.

Wait until all the air contained in the hydraulic system has emerged.

Push the fluid pipe towards the actuator and lock it in position with the retaining clip.

During the bleeding, refill the brake fluid reservoir, as necessary.

The collected brake/clutch fluid must not be reused. The level should always be topped up with new fluid.

If, after having carried out the bleeding operation, the system is not fully operational, repeat the entire procedure after having waited several hours for the brake fluid to settle down in the system.