Discovery I (LJ) V8-4.0L (1996)
Clutch Slave Cylinder: Service and Repair
Repair
REMOVAL
1. Remove slave cylinder, refer to Replacement
DISASSEMBLE
2. Withdraw rubber boot.
3. Withdraw push-rod.
4. Remove circlip.
5. Extract piston and seal assembly, applying low pressure air to fluid inlet if necessary.
6. Withdraw spring.
7. Remove bleed valve.
INSPECTING
8. Clean all components thoroughly using new hydraulic fluid, and dry using lint-free cloth.
9. Examine cylinder bore and piston which must be free from corrosion, scores and ridges.
10. Replace seal and rubber boot using appropriate repair kit.
ASSEMBLE
NOTE: Cleanliness is essential, ensure hands are free of grease or dirt.
11. Install bleed valve.
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Do not overtighten.
12. Lubricate seals, piston and bore using new hydraulic fluid.
13. Install seal into piston groove, lip of seal towards fluid inlet end of cylinder.
14. Enter piston assembly, spring first, into cylinder bore.
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Ensure that seal lip does not fold back.
15. Secure with circlip.
16. Fill rubber boot with rubber grease.
INSTALLATION
17. Reverse removal procedure steps 1 through 3.