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Clutch pedal and clutch control overview
 
WARNING! 
 
Clutch pedal travel must not be restricted by 
extra carpets or floor mats. 
 Do not re-use fasteners that are worn or 
deformed in normal use. 
 Some fasteners are designed to be used only 
once, and are unreliable and may fail if used 
a second time. This includes, but is not 
limited to, nuts, bolts, washers, circlips and 
cotter pins. Always follow recommendations 
in this manual-replace these fasteners with 
new parts where indicated, and any other 
time it is deemed necessary by inspection. 
1 - 
Mounting bracket 
Removing and installing   Repair Manual, Brake System, Repair Group 46
 
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CAUTION! 
Do not operate after the clutch pedal has been 
removed. 
Brake fluid must not be allowed to get onto the 
transmission. 
CAUTION! 
Fill the brake fluid reservoir up to the "max" 
marking with brake fluid before bleeding the 
hydraulic clutch system with the brake bleeder.  12 - 
Clutch slave cylinder 
 
Coat plunger of clutch slave cylinder with 
copper grease e.g. Z381 351 TE 
 For clutch slave cylinders with plastic support 
ring, lightly lubricate outer surface of ring before 
installing 
 When installing, push in until bolt can be 
installed 
13 - 
Bleeder valve 
4.5 Nm (40 in. lb)Observe all CAUTIONS, WARNINGS, 
Notes and procedures when bleeding   
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Clutch system, bleeding
 
     
Special tools and equipment 
     
VAG1238B brake filling and bleeding appliance 
or 
     VAG1869 brake filling and bleeding appliance
     
WARNING! 
     
Brake fluid is poisonous. 
     It must NEVER be removed by siphoning 
with your mouth. 
     If brake fluid contacts skin or eyes, flush or 
wash adequately to prevent irritation. Get 
medical attention immediately if necessary. 
     Brake fluid must be disposed of properly.
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