Clutch fluid
SAE J1703, FMVSS 116 DOT-3
1. Remove the bleeder cap from the clutch release cylinder, and connect a vinyl hose to the bleeder plug.
2. Place the other end of the vinyl tube in a clear container, and fill fluid in the container during air bleeding.
3. Working with two people, one should depress the clutch pedal a few times and then depress and hold the
pedal down.
4. While the clutch pedal is being held down, the other person should loosen the bleeder screw, and bleed
any fluid containing air bubbles. Once completed, tighten the bleeder screw.
5. Continue to perform Steps 3 and 4 until no air comes from the vinyl hose.
6. Tighten the bleeder screw.
Tightening torque
5.9-8.8 N.m
{61-89 kgf.cm, 53-77 in.lbf}
7. Fill the reserve tank to MAX with the recommended fluid.
8. Perform the following inspections:
Brake operation
Fluid leakage
Fluid level
CAUTION:
Fluid will damage painted surfaces. Be careful not to spill any fluid
on painted surfaces. If fluid does get on painted surfaces, wipe it off
immediately.
Keep the fluid level in the reserve tank at 3/4 full or more during air
bleeding.
NOTE:
When replacing the fluid, drain the old fluid, fill the reserve tank with new
fluid and then perform Steps 1 thru 6 below.
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
2007 TRANSMISSION Clutch - MX-5 Miata
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