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Date:         Mon, 22 Nov 1999 21:06:46 -0500
Reply-To:     Marc Theune <mtheune@EMORY.EDU>
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From:         Marc Theune <mtheune@EMORY.EDU>
Subject:      Re: Repairing Clutch - Please Help.
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Hi Pham,

Don't worry too much -- it's not that big of a job. I did mine in one afternoon.

All you need to know can be found in one place -- Sean Bartnik's how-to on the Type2 site:

http://www.type2.com/bartnik/clutchslave.htm

You can get the replacement slave cylinder locally at many local parts stores -- call around first as it may take a day or two to order the part. Also, the one-man bleeder kit that Sean mentions is a must (it's cheap), even if you do have a helper.

One thing I would add to Sean's great write up. On my 85 GL, I was able to reach the problematic bolt much easier from the engine compartment after clearing the way a bit. If you go that route, you'll have to bleed the air from the cooling system once you put all those hoses back.

I'll be glad to answer any specific questions if I can. Email me off list.

Good Luck!

Marc

PhamA wrote:

> Hi All Members, > My van: 84-1.9L, 4-speed, non ac. > Please help! > It appears that I have a leak in my clutch's hydraulic line. My > clutch pedal lost its resistance and went all the way to the floor, > and engaging into gear was very difficult (multi-pumping of the clutch > pedal to build up the pressure). > I checked the fluid reservoir, the fluid level was okay. the brake is > working fine. > I checked the clutch's master cylinder, and it is dry. > I checked the clutch's slave cylinder, and there was brake fluid > everywhere. > > <snip>


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