Tools Required
• | J 43485 Power Steering
Bleeder Adapter |
Vacuum Bleeding
- Verify that all the hydraulic lines are dry and secure.
- Clean dirt and grease from the reservoir cap in order to ensure that no
foreign substances enter the system.
- Remove the reservoir cap.
- Fill the reservoir using DOT 3 hydraulic fluid.
Important: Brake fluid will deteriorate the rubber on the J 44894-A
, use a clean shop towel to wipe away all fluid after each use.
- Install the J 43485
and
the J 35555
to the reservoir.
- Hold the J 43485
into
position while applying 51-68 kPa (15-20 hg) of vacuum.
- Remove the adapter and refill the reservoir
- Fully depress the clutch pedal cycling the pedal for 30 seconds.
- Lift the clutch pedal to the up stop position and hold for 30 seconds.
- Repeat steps 4-9 until all air is removed from the clutch
system.
Important: Do not start the engine while the transaxle is engaged, only while in the neutral
position. This vehicle is equipped with a concentric slave cylinder (CSC) and will
move if started in gear.
- Place the vehicle into the neutral position and start the engine.
- Pump the clutch pedal until firm.
- If needed, add additional hydraulic fluid.
- Road test the vehicle to ensure proper operation.