We’ll speak in general terms because front-wheel transaxle vehicles have a slight different look than a rear-wheel drive setup. And based on the type of clutch actuator you have (pushrod or bearing, explained above), your bleeding job will be slightly different too. Ensure the mounting surface for the new CSC is clean and then mount it (do not ‘dry squeeze’ the CSC as this can cause damage internally or externally) and bolt into position, torqueing the bolts to the manufacturer’s specification (see below). Once the fluid coming out of the bleeder valve starts looking clean (and bubble-free) in the vacuum hose, remove the vacuum tool. Now, if gravity is allowing fluid to drip out, you may be able to simply tighten the bleeder valve shut and be good to go. If you want to use concentrated screen wash, then make sure you read the label. This will tell you how much to use during the year. In winter, you’re likely to need more concentrate to prevent freezing, as you should never use antifreeze here. Then you can mix the screen wash with tap water to dilute it.

Master cylinders are available in a choice of bore sizes which can alter the amount of braking force and fluid displacement which are applied when the brake pedal is pressed. This is not only important for providing sufficient pressure through the braking system to obtain the optimum braking performance from the installed hardware, but can also have an impact on the feel of the brake pedal for the driver. The most common symptom of a bad clutch master cylinder is a low clutch or brake fluid level due to a leak. It can also cause a soft or spongy clutch pedal or other issues with the clutch pedal. Sometimes, it can cause the clutch pedal to stay on the floor. If the clutch fluid is below the bottom marker, then you will need to top up. Brake fluid can also be used as clutch fluid (most containers will read “brake & clutch fluid”). All you need to do is remove the cap and fill until the fluid sits between the two makers. Windscreen wash If that’s happening, take a look at your clutch fluid and make sure you still have enough. 4. Dark Clutch Fluid After Changing ItThe clutch fluid reservoir will usually have a minimum and maximum level marker, you can easily see whether the fluid is between these two points – if it is then great! You don’t need to do anything else. How to top up clutch fluid It’s worth nothing that in some cars, in particular those from the VW Group (Volkswagen, Seat, Skoda, Audi), need a specific type of coolant/antifreeze. Your vehicle handbook will state what type you’ll need and can often be a different colour (in the case of VAG cars, it is dyed purple). At the CarShop Service Centre we can identify any fluid visually and by the Autodata system, and can provide the correct coolant too! In many car models, the clutch master cylinder uses the brake fluid, so they use a shared reservoir. Therefore, if you can’t find the clutch fluid reservoir, it is most likely using the brake fluid. 2. Soft or Spongy Clutch Pedal Your brake fluid should be replaced completely every two years, and can be done as part of a routine service. Power steering fluid Depending on the make of your car, the power steering fluid reservoir may have level markings similarly to the coolant, where you can visually to see if it is in the optimal level.

Don’t worry, you don’t need any fancy tools or expertise to do this, all you need is a few paper towels and 5 spare minutes. Before you beginThe clutch master cylinder is the chamber where your vehicle pushes the clutch fluid to help you disengage your clutch. There is a pushrod on one end of the cylinder, and when you depress the clutch, you push this rod against the clutch fluid, which pushes it to the slave cylinder and eventually to the clutch fork in the transmission. Remove both front wheels, front hub nuts and the N/S/F wheel arch liner and remove the inner driveshaft gaiter retaining bolts (see below).