Clutch System (For E351) Bleeding

Drivetrain. Corolla. Zre142 Aze141
Clutch. Corolla. Zre142 Aze141

  1. FILL BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR

  2. BLEED CLUTCH LINE

  3. INSPECT BRAKE FLUID LEVEL IN RESERVOIR

Clutch System (For E351) -- 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 BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR

  1. Fill the reservoir with brake fluid.

    Brake Fluid:
    SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
    NOTICE:
    Add brake fluid to keep the level between the MIN and MAX lines of the reservoir while bleeding the brakes.


2. BLEED CLUTCH LINE

  1. Remove the bleeder plug cap.

  1. Connect a vinyl tube to the bleeder plug.

  1. Depress the clutch pedal several times, and then loosen the bleeder plug while the pedal is depressed.

  1. When fluid no longer comes out, tighten the bleeder plug, and then release the clutch pedal.

  1. Repeat the previous 2 steps until all the air in the fluid is completely bled.

  1. Tighten the bleeder plug.

    Torque:
    8.4 N*m{86 kgf*cm, 74 in.*lbf}

  1. Install the bleeder plug cap.

  1. Check that all the air has been bled from the clutch line.



3. INSPECT BRAKE FLUID LEVEL IN RESERVOIR


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  1. Check the fluid level.
    If brake fluid level is lower than the MIN line, check for leaks and inspect the disc brake pads. If necessary, refill the reservoir with brake fluid to the MAX line after repair or replacement.

    Brake Fluid:
    SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3