Date:         Mon, 22 Nov 1999 21:06:46 -0500
Reply-To:     Marc Theune <mtheune@EMORY.EDU>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
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>