Land Cruiser URJ200 URJ202 GRJ200 VDJ200 - CLUTCH
CLUTCH SYSTEM - BLEEDING
- NOTICE:
- Wash off clutch fluid immediately if it comes in contact with any painted surface.
- HINT:
- If any work is performed on the clutch system or if air in the clutch lines is suspected, bleed air from the clutch hydraulic system.
| 1. FILL RESERVOIR WITH BRAKE FLUID |
Fill the reservoir with brake fluid.
- Brake Fluid:
- SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
| 2. BLEED CLUTCH LINE |
Remove the release cylinder bleeder plug cap.
Connect a vinyl tube to the bleeder plug.
Depress the clutch pedal several times, and then loosen the bleeder plug while the pedal is depressed.
When fluid no longer comes out, tighten the bleeder plug, and then release the clutch pedal.
Repeat the previous 2 steps until all the air in the fluid is completely bled.
Tighten the bleeder plug.
- Torque:
- 11 N*m{ 110 kgf*cm, 8 ft.*lbf}
Install the bleeder plug cap.
Check that all the air has been bled from the clutch line.
| 3. CHECK FLUID LEVEL IN RESERVOIR |
Check the fluid level.
If the brake fluid level is low, check for leaks and inspect the disc brake pad. If necessary, refill the reservoir with brake fluid after repair or replacement.
- Brake fluid:
- SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
| 4. INSPECT FOR CLUTCH FLUID LEAK |