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Gravity Flow Method

Attach transparent hose to funnel, and attach free end of hose to bleeder screw on slave cylinder. With funnel held higher than master cylinder, and bleeder screw open slowly pour fluid into funnel until fluid level in master cylinder is within 1/2" of top. Check that clutch fork push rod travel is at least 1 1/8".

TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs.
Clutch Cover-to-Flywheel 23-28
Clutch Housing-to-Engine Block 40-50
Transmission-to-Clutch Housing 70-90
Adjusting Nut Lock Nuts 12-18