I’ve watched 20 videos on clutch systems, bleeding, fluid change, and yours by far is the most informative. Thanks for the video, makes everything so clear now.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

4 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I’m glad the video helped.

I've never felt so eager to want to comment on a video. This was probably the best how to video on cars I've seen as to a complete understanding of the what how and why. I've watched many of videos for wrenching advice and this one actually made me feel educated.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 ай бұрын

Hi- Thanks for watching and sharing your experience!

It's been quite a long time since I've had the pleasure of being taught a new technique from the master! Thank you!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Ian - You are most welcome and Thanks for watching!

@nimalrajapakshaweeraman8201

3 жыл бұрын

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@nimalrajapakshaweeraman8201

3 жыл бұрын

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Hi Jim, i have been trying to fix and bleed clutch on my 2006 isuzu dmax for two days untill i found this video and it really helped me to fix the problem. Now i have the vehicle running again. Great video thank you very much.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind comment and Thanks for watching!

Great video and very professional. I love how you easily explained everything in basic simple English for non-technical folks like me. Thanks for the education!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

3 жыл бұрын

Hi - You're welcome and thanks for watching! I'm glad you like the video.

THANK YOU!! My Husband had done this 20 years ago when he worked at the dealership and just needed a refresher.. he read the car manuals, instructions from his off brand part, none mentioned this, but he was certain the bench bleed was needed prior to install to remove air bubbles. I said let's youtube it! So thankful you made this video. This was exactly what he needed to help him with his 1989 Ford XLT Ranger.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

7 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!! I'm glad the video helped (that's why we do them). Thanks for watching!

Problem solved! I spent a week on this problem, and this method fixed my issue immediately. Thank you!

Hello, very interesting and informative video. Thank you for taking the time to upload and show various samples of what’s going on with the bubbles.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! You might be interested in this one too on hydraulic cavitation. kzread.info/dash/bejne/nHmsxbOjcc3QppM.html

I am surprised at how easy you both made it look and gave a great description of how it works! Thank you, I learned a lot in a short video.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

4 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching and for your very nice comment. I'm glad the video is helpful.

This is by far the best clutch bleed video I've ever seen

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I'm glad you think so.

Well thanks to your video I finally got my old 91 s10 clutch bled..I just had to take it out and bench bleed it at the angle you stated....This has been a struggle for me and have been putting it off for months, I spent my life working in garages and on junk and never had this much trouble....I had to come find your page so I could thank you...Thank you so much.......

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

6 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for your great comments. I'm glad the video helped and your project went well. Thanks for watching!

@dominick253

5 жыл бұрын

Same here man! 92 f150 making me question everything I thought I knew about cars! I've changed clutches in semi trucks, rebuilt suspension, engines... You name it! But evidently I am a complete failure at the simple task of bleeding a clutch 😂🤣😂 I think trying this will solve it for me.

@altlandf

5 жыл бұрын

what do you have to hold at a angle? Have an 89 s10 nothing but problems. But new parts and they go bad way too soon. New fuel pump lasted less than a month! Replaced all components at engine mechanical then the hydrolic stuff goes bad!

Unbolting the master cylinder from the firewall, tipping it back, tapping it on the side and moving the piston in and out similar to the video worked for me. I did this without removing it from the truck.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. What vehicle were you working on?

@thomastoadally

3 жыл бұрын

@@WrenchinUpwithJimBates I fixed it on a1998 f 150 with allow to tip the master cylinder without disconnecting the fluid line. Easy!

@jessgee1083

2 жыл бұрын

Can u rebuild a slave cylinder for a 2007 sentra S.E.R spec v? And the box that the spring goes into wont hold the spring tight. How do I fix that problem?

@randylegall2162

2 жыл бұрын

Would jacking the front up of the vehicle quite high, while leaving the back of the ground do the same thing?

@randylegall2162

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry that should read, would jacking only the front of the vehicle up quite high leaving the back of the vehicle on the ground, do the same thing, tilt the master cylinder enough?

Excellent simple to understand and perfect description of how it works

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

7 ай бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching and sharing your opinion!

this is the best video I have seen on bleeding a hydraulic clutch thank you for putting on the internet

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - You're welcome and thanks for watching!

I watched countless videos on bleeding the system. I was struggling till I saw your tip on tilting the master back. Air came out right away. Thank you!!!!!!!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - You're welcome and thanks for watching! I'm glad the video helped.

This has answered a lot of questions. Thanks

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

3 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I'm glad the video is helpful.

This video kinda reminds me of taking the "tests" while working at Advance Auto Parts, this has been a great help! Thanks!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

6 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for the nice comment and the memories (I think). Anyway, I'm glad the video helps. Thanks for watching!

Great video 👍

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for Watching and for your nice comment!

@screwsnutsandbolts

5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome !

Thanks for the great video. I parked my truck on a really steep hill and pushed my pedal about 20 times . It fixed my spongy pedal. You guys are awesome.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

Actually. you are awesome for watching! I'm glad we were able to help, which is why we make these videos in the first place.

@rq38hq55

Жыл бұрын

Ok where I live we have plenty of steep mountains so I’m going to try it . You removed the cap on the master ? Do you have to press the clutch petal gently so you don’t lose a lot of fluid. I would hate to get air locked on the side of a mountain 😊 Thanks

Awesome video the best l ever seen. You expanded everything where anybody can understand it, and you showed all the components that works properly with a properly bleed clutch. Even gear lever. Showed how to exactly do everything clearly. Yall were like professional teachers teaching a class to students . Super grateful it helped so many people that didn't know what to do after trying everything. Thank you, thank you.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

18 күн бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching!

Thank you sir. Your information is invaluable.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - You're welcome and thanks for watching!

Thank you for the tip, have been fighting this for hours!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - You’re welcome and thanks for watching!

Fantastic, I just tipped my Nissan and it was fixed . Before that I bleed and bleed and still air in the fluid, thank you so much.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Hans - Thanks for watching! I’m glad the video helped.

Thanks for the instruction. You saved me from nearly scraping my vehicle. Lifesaver!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

10 ай бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching and sharing your experience!

Lovely video thanks for the support!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - You're welcome and thanks for watching!

Great presentation! I fixed my problem in my clutch. I am now confident about these clutches! Thanks

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

4 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I'm glad the video helped.

What an amazing showcase. High quality, professional content! #subscribe

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

6 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for the very nice comments and Thanks for watching!

Thank you so much this helped a lot.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - You're welcome and thanks for watching! I'm glad the video helped.

Thank you very much for this very useful video..

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

5 ай бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts!

excellently explained, proved and executed! Thank you!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

4 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I'm glad the video was helpful.

This video just saved the day for me. Thank you!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

6 күн бұрын

Hi - You’re welcome, and thanks for watching and sharing your experience!

So that's why my slave cylinder didn't wanna bleed because the master cylinder always had that bubble trapped up there makes perfect sense great video and explanation on how the clutch hydrologic system works wth air bubble trapped in it and how to get them out

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

Hi guys great video, you have shown a step by step how the clutch fluid works and also the air that travel in the line it's too often the books and the manuel do not show this at all I have watching so many video's but not beat you guys of make this videos thank you London uk I have vauxhall corsa.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching!

thankyou guys, worked a treat on my kia sedona (carnival)

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

6 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for the comment. Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

Thanks for the new thoughts. I'll try jack just the left rear tomorrow; and, hopefully I can get that last bit of air out.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

5 жыл бұрын

Hi - You're welcome! I'll be interested to know how that works out.

@301steady

5 жыл бұрын

With the rear axle on jackstands, the air in the throw-out bearing came immediately out.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

5 жыл бұрын

Great - thanks for the update!

Thanks!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome. Thanks for watching!

Extremely useful

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I'm glad it helped.

Thank you!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - You’re welcome and thanks for watching!

thank you sir

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

3 жыл бұрын

Hi - You're welcome and thanks for watching!

Awesome, very informational- thanks for a great, professional video! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

3 жыл бұрын

Hi - You're welcome and thanks for watching!

I have used A vacuum pump and A cap that fits tight over the resivor with A brake bleeder bottle and held vacuum in the system for about 10min and wah-lah that works real good !!!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

4 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching and sharing your experience!

Thanks for the help Gary !

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

7 жыл бұрын

Hi David - Wow, I hope Perfection jumps in here to help you out with this situation. In the meantime, be sure to let them know about this via their contact information in the metadata below the video. Thanks for the comment and Thanks for watching!

@we34w

7 жыл бұрын

perfectionclutch Gary to fallow up with our conversation regarding a stiff clutch on a NV4500. clutch fork broke, fixed that and associated damage and now it feels like a completely different truck. Thanks again for your insight during our talk.

@we34w

7 жыл бұрын

perfectionclutch Gary to fallow up with our conversation regarding a stiff clutch on a NV4500. clutch fork broke, fixed that and associated damage and now it feels like a completely different truck. Thanks again for your insight during our talk.

Just subes great stuff

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I'm glad your here and hope the videos are of some help.

Great video mark mangano dependable auto wartburg tennessee 👌

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

3 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I'm glad you like it and hope it helped.

I’d like to see a video on how the typical line connectors work. Especially the big brass one which has no opening! Which was pictured briefly in this video. Thanks

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

Жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! Sorry for the delay in answering. I overlooked your post. The manufacturer has a vast library of videos that may be helpful. Their contact information is in this video’s description.

Works great if you can remove the entire thing from the car. Most cars I know of seem to have metal lines and are not removable as a sealed assembly or are capable to be installed as a complete sealed assembly.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

6 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for your comment. Vehicles that allow for the master cylinder to be "tipped up" can use this procedure. Others that cannot will have to use different methods. Check the website in the metadata to see what they recommend for different vehicle configurations. Thanks for watching!

Mahalo, I learned alot.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

5 ай бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching and sharing your experience!

Hoping 3rd times a charm!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

18 күн бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching!

@wildhorsemusic1111

18 күн бұрын

@@WrenchinUpwithJimBates tried it 4 times now.....any other pointers?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

16 күн бұрын

Hi - Being retired, I probably have a “rusty thumb” ( if there is such a thing ) so I recommend that you check with Precision Clutch because they have an extensive library of vehicle specific video’s and information that may help. Their contact information is in this video’s description.

On older model Volvo semi trucks they are bled from the slave cylinder back through to the master cylinder . Use a windshield washer pump , attach line onto bleed screw of slave cylinder . Pump fluid until it overflows from the uncapped master cylinder and tighten bleeder screw .Install cap and tighten . On Chevrolet pick-up trucks it is possible to cross calipers , make sure bleeders point upward .

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching and sharing your experience!

This is fantastic! Two old guys like myself KISSing at work... KEEPING IT SIMPLE, STUPID! Very well done and great explanation for guys like myself that NEED to know how it works to FIX IT!

Depending on the master cylinder orientation couldn't you just jack the front of the car up? Or park it facing up a hill?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

10 ай бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! Some folks posted that worked for them.

Iam Your Newest Subscriber Great Videos

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

3 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching and Subscribing! I'm glad you like them.

Thank you guys. I was having ranger problems. Omw to kick its tail.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

5 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! - I'm glad the video helped.

Sounds like a lot of work to me.....I just jack the front of the truck up and bleed normally. Sometimes you have to let the master cylinder "snap" back to get it to take in the new fluid but it's never been difficult if you ask me. I'm an aircraft mechanic and the older Cubs were tough to get all the air out....until you raise the back of the plane above the level line.....you can set the tail wheel on a chair and it bleeds out quickly and easily. Harley master cylinders can be tough too until you turn the handlebars to raise the end of the cylinder. My neighbor brought his jeep over because the clutch didn't work well....jacked the front end up and wala! bled right out and he's happy....now he won't leave me alone....hehe

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

7 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching and for your great comment! What is the year and model of your truck so other viewers can try your tip too?

@awittypilot8961

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment back! The latest was a 92 jeep wrangler...it was the clutch slave but it will work on any hydraulic system. If you don't let the master "pop" back the slave cylinder will not "reset" and you'll be there all day trying to figure it out. The important part is to get the filling port in the master to be higher then the other end. That will let the cylinder fill and the air to escape out. Otherwise the bubble can remain trapped and it will never completely bleed out. Sometimes, especially with the tiny master piston in Harleys, you can tilt it one way and bleed it a bit and then raise the other end and it will make it bleed more quickly and completely. The Piper cub I mentioned stumped a lot of mechanics and the first time I put the tail wheel up on a chair it bled right out for me. I flew that stupid cub with limited brakes for 2 years before I figured it out. In aircraft we pressurize the BLEED valve (with a pump type oil can.....we use 5606 oil in most small airplanes) and let the master backfill.....still won't work if the master is too low on the wrong end. I hope you had a very Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!

@MagicAyrtonforever

5 жыл бұрын

Exactly.. Some cars can't be bled first due to the positioning of the pedal in order to connect the master cylinder arm to the pedal (Can't be done under pressure)

@randylegall2162

2 жыл бұрын

What do you mean when you say you have to let the master cylinder (pop) back, or the slave cylinder will not reset?

@awittypilot8961

2 жыл бұрын

@@randylegall2162 I've found that if the slave cylinder moves too slowly it will take the air bubble with it. Let it up quickly and it will not try so hard to follow it. It works...trust me....same with Harley master/slave

Hi Jim,I don't know if this would be the preferred method but on my Ford Ranger I removed the clutch rod from the pedal,then the switch and took the snap ring out of the top of the cylinder.Pulled the plunger up until fluid ran out and then pushed it back in.Reinstalled the snap ring and put it all back together.I used a new pair of 90 degree snap ring pliers and put a new clip on the clutch pedal rod.Less than 20 dollars spent and about 20 minutes to do and it worked perfectly for me.Might help someone else with a similar vehicle as mine.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and thanks for the great tip! I'm sure folks with a vehicle like yours will find it interesting.

Hey Jim, thanks for the video! Very informative, you got a calm voice aswell. :} Do you maybe know what can cause a clutch 'pedal' to release air from the top of the pedal when you press it in? Ty!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

Hi and thanks for watching! I suppose it could be anything from air just harmlessly escaping from a rubber boot type of grommet at the firewall to perhaps even a bypassing clutch master cylinder (not good). What type of vehicle is it, and are you having any clutch problems that may have a contributing factor? Hopefully the experts at Perfection Clutch will jump in here with some guidance as well.

@HellaFlush070

8 жыл бұрын

Woopsss! Forgot to state car lmao, its a 2000 Civic hatch, it leaks from the rubber, would it be a master clutch cylinder leak or? Other than a leak, there is no noticable problems with the clutch at all, fluid is on level, clutch engages/disengages. It is just the irritating woosh of air sound, and the little leak at the pedal :d Thanks jim!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

Because of the "little leak at the pedal", your suspicion of a clutch master cylinder leak may be correct but I think you should check it out, or have it checked out to be sure. If it is leaking a bit now, it will probably only get worse over time.

Yeah you pull my transmission so I can do it outside of my vehicle and I'll follow your instructions

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I recommend that you check with Precision Clutch because they have a vast library of vehicle specific videos and information on these procedures.

Very gud it work

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

5 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I’m glad it helped and worked for you.

Get the same results putting the car up on ramps. For instance if you want the piston end facing down put the front of the car on ramps and leave the back on the ground with chocks. Can do it in the car without unbolting anything. Works good and its how I've done it in the past.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and taking time to comment! You might be interested in the comment from "perfectionclutch" as well.

@Getbent97

8 жыл бұрын

+Jim Bates Yep perfectionclutch has it spot on, different methods for different machines. By the way thank you for some really informative videos Jim :)

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

You are most welcome and thanks for watching!

Question. When you remove the clutch pressure line at the Slave Cylinder is the connection a quick sealed connection so air does not enter the line? My guess it is like an air hose coupler fitting. I also think you should use the Phoenix brake and clutch tool to remove any trapped air bubbles by inserting the tapered fitting into the bottom of the Master fluid Orifice to force new clean fluid down into the slave cylinder and open up the bleeder screw to allow any air to escape befor tightening it up again.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 ай бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! Great question - so great that I must recommend that you reach out to Precision Clutch, because they have a vast library of vehicle specific videos and information. Their contact information is in this videos description.

Hey Jim I Have a 2000 GMC Sonoma 4.3l SL 2wd. I Am Having One Heck Of a Time Bleeding The Slave and Master Clutch Cylinder. If At All You Knew What I Kneed to Do. I'd Say Thank You.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

6 жыл бұрын

Hi - I'd like to recommend that you check out Perfection Clutch's website as they have a lot of vehicle specific videos that should help. Their contact information is in the metadata below the video. Thanks for watching!

Hi, Jim, Great video. I have an cuestion Wha kind of fluid I have to use for bleedin clutch on mazda 3? Thanks.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

I don't know if this is the answer you are expecting, but you really should use the type of fluid the vehicle owner's manual and/or service manual specifies. Thanks for watching!

@timothybruneau4173

5 жыл бұрын

Regular DOT3 brake fluid. The clutch master cylinder feeds off of the brake master cylinder on Mazdas, so that's what you use.

GREAT VIDEO !!! I have a 94 ranger and 2 days ago my pedal started to get soft , Now my clutch isnt working at all ...the reservoir was dry ( forgive me, I'm learning as I go here ) do u guys think if I bleed the master ,the function will restore ??? Any help and insight would be appreciated..Just dont want to spend any unnecessary money ...ty in advance...And again , great video!!! I learned so much ty

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

Жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! Since long distance diagnostics can be difficult with a lot of typing back and forth, I suggest that you contact Precision Clutch because they have an large library of vehicle specific videos and information on this subject. Their contact information is in this video's description.

i have a 91 Toyota MR2, does this procedure apply to all hydraulic clutch systems? the pedal goes straight to the floor no pressure at all.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

+CBear Gaming - The procedure does apply to all hydraulic clutch systems but because of differences in master cylinder orientation, etc. you may want to go to Perfection's website (their web address is listed below the video) as they have a lot of vehicle specific videos for this procedure and maybe there is one for your vehicle too.

Great video! The trouble I'm running into is that my brake reservoir and clutch reservoir are the same, so I can't remove the reservoir/ pressure line. That means I have to use a funnel + tubing instead of reservoir + pressure line. This is doable, but then the problem becomes: how do you disconnect the funnel + tubing and then install the cylinder (which is full of fluid) without spilling fluid out of both ports? ... quite the challenge indeed.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I suggest that you contact Precision Clutch because they have an extensive library of vehicle specific videos and information on this. Their contact information id in this video's description.

@grzegorz16100

Жыл бұрын

@@WrenchinUpwithJimBates They don't

Will give this a try. I've been fighting with the air in the line for 2 days with no results.

@joesamsel3450

8 жыл бұрын

Would be good to see a fast way to do this with a hardline set up

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Joe - Let me know how it worked out for you.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

Interesting thought - maybe Perfection Clutch will reply with some insight on this?

@corydavis4231

8 жыл бұрын

Hi guys first off great video! I have little knowledge of mechanics but manage. I have a little 94 Toyota t100 that sat for over a year. So getting it back in running condition I drain and replaced all fluids not knowing I was draining clutch master cylinder I loosened a line and bleed fluids. I could not get the line back on so I put a rag around to keep particles out until I had time to mess with it, which sat for a week. I finally got it attached and having issues with no pressure in clutch pedal. Hopefully this is easily fixed. Can you instruct me on what I will need to do?

I have a 1995 Volkswagen Passat GLX VR6 5 speed, the reservoir that feeds the Clutch Master Cylinder also feeds the Brake Master Cylinder, what is your advice for bleeding the Clutch Master Cylinder without disconnecting the brakes?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Nidia - Thanks for watching and for your question! To get the best and up to date answer I recommend that you ask the folks at Perfection Clutch because they are really the experts on this. Their contact information is in the video description.

watched your video could you raise the front end of the pickup up high enough to make the slave cylinder angles the opposite direction so you dont have to remove it from the vehicle?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

7 жыл бұрын

Good Question Vance. I suppose it depends on how high and what might spill or fall out of the vehicle. I think someone said they parked on a steep hill and got the procedure to work. Thanks for watching!

@Mike--K

6 жыл бұрын

Vance - for the Ford Ranger, the master cylinder passes through the firewall at about a 45-degree angle. The truck would have to be tilted up more than 45 degrees just to make the air bubble flow to the fittings. Even if this could be done, there is a wicked U-bend in the steel pipe that continues to the slave cylinder that can also catch bubbles. I think you would have to put the truck on its roof in order to force the air past the bend to the master cylinder.

Got a gen 1 bronco 2 that doesn't disengage the friction plate I've tried pushing the pushrod but its rock hard.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

4 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! Long distance diagnostics is difficult, if not impossible, so I suggest that you check a service/repair manual, make sure everything is mechanically assembled properly (clutch disc is not in backwards, etc.) and then check out the large Precision Clutch video library. They have vehicle and problem specific information there that could help.

The second he said “lets show you how air gets in” I said NOOOOO I JUST WANNA KNOW HOW TO GET IT OUT

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

Ай бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! However, as I always say - If you know how something works, you can fix it. If not, you’re only throwing time and money at the problem until you get lucky.

I have a 2002 Corvette with this problem. Do I need to disconnect the master from the slave to remove the air in the master, or can I just remove the master and tilt it as you suggest. Once I have it tilted correctly, when I pump the master will it remove the air even though it is still connected to the slave.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Howard - I would like to refer you to the experts at Precision Clutch for the answer to your question. They have the experience needed here. The contact information is in the metadata below the video. Thanks for watching!

what did you use to stop the fluid from coming out of the bottom line where the connector that connects to the slave cylinder is. if you fill it up want fluid just run out the bottom if you don't have that connected to the slave cylinder.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! The whole system remains connected. We're just trying to get the air bubbles to rise out of the system to the top.

Nice, but how would I stop air from getting back into the system when installing? All my stuff has hard fixed lines, I can't remove it without removing the lines.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Dennis - Thanks for watching! Great question - I suggest you ask the folks at Perfection Clutch because they have a library of vehicle specific videos and information that can help you with this. Their contact information is in the video description.

my transmission normally grinds or gives me trouble downshifting from 5th to 4th. when i'm on second gear slowing down to 5 mph or 3mph I can't seem to put my car in 1st gear. Does that mean I may have air bubbles? Do I need to change the clutch fluid?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Christian - I doesn’t seem like air bubbles or a clutch fluid issue but, since I’ve become more of a journalist then a technician these past years, I recommend that you check with the folks at Precision Clutch for a better diagnosis. You’ll find their contact information in the metadata below the video. Thanks for watching,

Ive had problems for a month now but believe me or dont my problem is getting better lol. A few months ago i started having probs getting car into gear and reverse was an absolute no no. The car started to rev up badly before the engine caught up again and accelerated whilst driving and sometimes this must have been a nightmare for cars behind me. I checked the brake fluid tank and it was empty so i filled it up quickly. Now my clutch runs of the same tank! thats what i think has happened. Since i filled it back up my clutch pedal would become harder when i pumped it and i feel ive had air in the system. It juddered badly upon setting off etc until today. The car actually went into reverse and when i set off it didnt judder at all, just felt like it used to,instant set off. Ive bought a new clutch kit and csc cylinder just in case but il see what happends in next few days. If i did have air in the system its certainly took along time to pump out of the clutch lines etc. Are my symptoms definatly a sign of air in the system?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

4 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for sharing your experience. Since you didn’t mention what type of vehicle you have, to save time I recommend that you contact Precision Clutch (their contact information is in the video description) as they have a large library of videos that deal with clutch related problems and replace procedures.

@andisadler2897

4 жыл бұрын

@@WrenchinUpwithJimBates Sorry pal i have a GSI 2.0T Z20LET . Now i always thought clutcvh problems would get worse over time, not better lol. Went out today and it launches brilliant, before it used to rev up and not go anywere. Still does it sometimes in 2nd,3rd gear etc but not 1st. It goes into reverse now also when before had no chance.

This is great but what if you have hard clutch hydraulic lines and you can't remove the entire system from the truck? Nissan xterras... long runs and it goes up and down between the slave and master ....

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! That didn't come up in the interview, so I recommend that you check with Precision Clutch about that because they have a vast library of vehicle specific videos and information that should help. Their contact information is in this video's description.

@rfcdgaf

2 жыл бұрын

@@WrenchinUpwithJimBates NO worries man, if anyone is reading this it ended up being the slave cylinder was jank, and needed to be replaced, once that was done, two master cylinders worth fluid and pushing fluid up from the slave cylinder (reverse fluid injection), worked amazing. Clutch pedal never felt better NO bubbles in zero seconds

I have a 1991 F150. For the past year or more l have considerable difficulty, especially when first started, getting it into 1st or any gear, with grinding, etc.. Also diminished clutch travel. It sounds like an air problem???? What do you think?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I could be, but I suggest that you check with Precision Clutch to be sure as they have an extensive library of vehicle specific information. Their contact information is in the video description.

Why would air in the line only affect 1st and 3rd? I am asking because in my subaru i have trouble going into first and 3rd from a stop. I have to press the clutch pedal all the way down to shift into thos gears. I am hoping bleeding the system will do the trick. My clutch was replaced 20k miles ago. A reply would be much appreciated. Thanks!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

3 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! This could possibly be transmission related as well. I suggest that you contact Precision Clutch because they have a vast library of vehicle specific repair and replacement information. Their contact information is in the video description.

As I have to put in a new master cylinder I can apply this method when it's fitted. At least I can maybe drive the car to have a mechanic bleed the slave cylinder afterwards or do I need to?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

7 жыл бұрын

Hi - If there were no leaking problems in the system, it should have fluid in the line from the master cylinder to the slave cylinder but I still recommend that you check the service or repair manual for your vehicle to bleed the system using the original equipment manufacturer's step by stem procedure. Thanks for watching!

well i hope i can fix mine this way. Just done a swap from a 85 T5 to a 02 T56 new master and 4th gen pedal and even after 1hours of bleeding the slave i can feel air in the pedal and i cannot spin the wheels when foot on the clutch. make sense. my Master is exactly like the ford.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

4 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! The procedure should work but I also suggest you check the Perfection Clutch site as they have videos on many, if not most, vehicles that might help you. Their contact information is in the video description.

I have a 96 ranger and my clutch is squishy. It's got 150k miles on it. Also, i hear a strange noise when I'm in neutral, like water traveling through a hose.. unrelated but any ideas would help. Anyways, Should I change the entire clutch system or just the master & slave cylinder? I want to get rid of the squishy clutch but would rather not have to burp the system more than once. Thanks

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Alejandro - Without seeing the vehicle or being part of the diagnostics, I recommend that you go through the step-by-step testing procedure found in a service or repair manual for the Ranger to determine what needs to be replaced and serviced. Not sure about the strange noise but be sure to check the Power Steering pump, cooling system (heater hoses, core, etc.) as well. Hopefully someone with the same or similar symptoms will jump in here to help with info to help save time. Thanks for watching!

im working on a f350. how would i get the slave piston back in to reinstall? strap is broke

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

4 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I don't have the resources to properly answer your question so I suggest you contact Precision Clutch as they have a vast library of repair videos and information that might be able to help you with this. Their contact information is in the video description.

In the case of the horizontal master cylinder, could you not just park the car/truck facing uphill and get a similar effect?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

Жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! According to some of the comments for this video, this has been done successfully for some vehicles.

If I install a new Master Cylinder Your not supposed to insert the clutch pedal push rod until the entire system has been reinstalled. It is the last thing you reinstall and it locks into place in the master cylinder.If i were to use this method of bleeding the air from a new master then do i need a special tool to releae the push rod after bleeding process and reinsert again as the last item you connect?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 ай бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! Great question, but I must suggest that you reach out to Precision Clutch for the proper guidance, because they have a vast library of vehicle specific procedures that can help here. Their contact information is in this video’s description.

Hello, thanks for the video. I have Fiat Bravo 2 1.6 multijet 105hp. From 1-2 weeks I have an issue with the clutch - when I am going on first and reverse gear the car is vibrating and annoying rasping sound is heard on the front of the car. Sometimes I am not even able to shift the gears and when I turn off the car and pump the clutch and then the car start shifting and driving off without vibrations. Could it be a problem with the clutch release bearing? Or because of old brake fluid and air in the system? Thanks in advance!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

Жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! Since you mentioned that you have to pump up the clutch I recommend that you check for air in the system. Also check out Precision Clutch because they have an extensive library of vehicle specific videos and information that might help. Their contact information is in the video’s description.

If not bled right will always have a grind i cant really get into gear, but not really a sponge feel nor a grind just an inconsistent of getting it into gear smoothly

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 ай бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! Being retired now, I no longer have access to up to date reliable information to help with long distance diagnostics. For that reason, I would like to suggest that you contact Precision Clutch, as they have a vast library of vehicle specific video’s and information can help you with your project. Their contact information is in this video’s description.

Jim, I have attempted this on my 03 Ranger, did not take out the snap ring on the pushrod and it did not really push out any air, and was a very short stroke. Do I need to remove the snapring prior to pumping the pushrod to push out the air? I am simply fighting a soft pedal which is making it harder and harder to make some shifts.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Douglas - I would like to refer you to the experts at Precision Clutch for the answer to your question. The contact information is in the metadata below the video. Thanks for watching!

@Mike--K

6 жыл бұрын

Douglas - I replaced the clutch and slave cylinder in my 2003 Ranger this weekend and had a soft pedal after everything was installed. When I was gravity bleeding the slave cylinder, I wasn't paying attention to the level in the reservoir, and let air get into the master cylinder. The plunger had about 1/2-inch of travel into the master cylinder and was spongy. I had to remove the master cylinder assembly and bleed it as shown in the video. The time to remove the master cylinder assembly was about 2 hours (I'm slow and had to remove other components to make room for my fat hands), with the most fiddly bit being the clip that holds the push rod to the clutch pedal. The time to bleed the master cylinder assembly was about 15 seconds, then another hour to put it back in the Ranger. When I was finished, the plunger had about 1/8-inch of travel and was rock hard. In my opinion, it's not worth trying to find alternatives, like removing the snap ring and risking damage to the master cylinder. Now that I know what I'm doing, I think I can remove, bleed, and reinstall the master cylinder assembly in less than an hour.

Damn good video I'm going to jack the front of my car way up in the air for this one

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

7 ай бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! Some folks have said that worked well for them.

@edwardroche2480

7 ай бұрын

@@WrenchinUpwithJimBates I bled the cylinder that way but still I had to replace it because the pedal got softer after sitting overnight. Replacing the slave cylinder and bleeding it though it was very easy. I took the car apart three times for practice.

1990 Chevy Silverado

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Patrick, and thanks for watching!

hey Jim i have a 05 mustang gt installed a new clutch kit with new throwout/slave cylinder. basically pumped the pedal many times eventually was able to shift and drive the car. theres always been some peddal play at the top and the clutch engages pretty low. i noticed that during hot weather and stop and go traffic clutch engagement is sloppy sometimes it feels like its engaging right off the floor and the shifting becomes notchy. if its air in the line how can i remove it since theres no bleeder valve in this car? or could id be the master cylinder?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

Hi and thanks for watching! If there has always been some "pedal play at the top and clutch engages pretty low" as you have described, you might want to check a service or repair manual for the procedure to check your master cylinder for bypassing, since you mentioned that concern. Be sure to watch the video again for the procedure for bleeding the air out of your clutch lines because this method does not require the use of a bleeder valve.

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for jumping in Gary. Your comments are useful and, as always, very much appreciated.

@exile9237

7 жыл бұрын

so when i apply vacuum to the reservoir for about a minute and then release the vacuum do i then remove it and begin pumping the clutch pedal without the reservouir cap on and just leave it open at the reservoir??

@enestoboyd2515

6 жыл бұрын

Exile Hey My O7 mustang Gt is doing the same thing when u bled it did it give you different results

@exile9237

6 жыл бұрын

The clutch definitely felt better when I used the vacuum method but eventually after a long drive and stop and go traffic the clutch pedal doesn't feel consistent. Im considering new clutch master cylinder see how that goes.

Can I bleed it without the trans in the truck? Or does everything have to be bolted together? I'm replacing the clutch in my 95 and I dont thing the slave is bad, just has air in it. Basically wondering if I can bleed it while its hangin in place

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Thanks for watching! You should be able to if the Master Cylinder is at the highest point. But I recommend that you check with Precision Clutch to be sure because they have a vast library of vehicle specific videos and information on stuff like this. Their contact information is in the video description.

Need help 2004 mazda rx-8 gt master/slave cylinder demonstration😎

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

5 жыл бұрын

Hi - Awesome idea! Be sure to ask the folks at Precision Clutch about it though. Their contact information is in the video description. Thanks for watching!

Could you do a Clutch bleed for a 98-2002 Pontiac Trans Am or a Camaro .

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

3 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I'm not sure when I could get to that so I recommend that you check with Perfection Clutch because they have a vast library of vehicle specific videos and information. Their contact information is in the video description.

Do you put the line in a bottle of break fluid so it don’t suck air back in

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

3 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! Some methods recommend that. I suggest that you check with Precision Clutch because they have a vast library of vehicle specific procedures. Their contact information is in the video description.

3:49 How do you do this when the master cylinder is shared with the brakes and all your lines are solid lines (not rubber hoses)?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

4 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! That type of system was not discussed during the filming so I would like to suggest that you check with Perfection Clutch. They have a vast library of vehicle specific videos and information. Their contact information is in the video description.

My frontier has a long, hard hydraulic line only. Seems it can only be bled on the vehicle thru the slave. Am having a hard time getting all the air out of the system. Tried the conventional way, reverse injection, and am still having problems. It's better, however the pedal returns only up until the last inch or so. Any suggestions?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

3 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I would like to suggest that you check with Precision Clutch on this because they have a vast library of vehicle specific procedures for things like this. Their contact information is in the video's description.

hey Jim I just had a New clutch put in my 1997 Honda passport.the gears are disingaging to neutral while driving.what do I do?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

7 жыл бұрын

Hi - Based on what you have typed, it would seem that the problem is with your transmission and not the clutch. You might want to consider having the transmission checked out. Thanks for watching!

The instructions were followed! I want my clutch to work. It doesn't work you get shutdown!!

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

5 жыл бұрын

Hi - Since you mentioned that the instructions were followed, I would suggest you return the parts to where you bought them as one or more in the system may just be defective.

Question, my friction plate wont disengage when pedal is fully depressed. Flywheel, friction plate, pressure plate and concentric slave + bearring are replaced 2 months ago and have done 2500miles with them without any problem. The problem started occuring when a friend of mine launched my car from a standstill and wanted to shift to 2nd. I've checked the shifting mechanism, bleeded but none worked. In first gear with clutch pedal depressed to the floor and accelerating the car creeps forward when close to redline. The slave cylinder moves out instantly when I'm depressing the clutch pedal, also it doesn't slip What i did notice is the level in the clutch resevoir is decreasing when the pedal is depressed and raises again when releasing (no leaks under the car or at the pedal)

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - Thanks for watching! I suggest that you contact Precision Clutch with this because they have an extensive vehicle specific library that should help. Their contact information is in the video description.

Jim, I have a 01 chevy 2500. Clutch, pressure plate, throw baden was change recently by previous owner. I changed the clutch master cylinder and bled it., but still doesn't wanna go in gear. Any suggestions?

@WrenchinUpwithJimBates

6 жыл бұрын

Hi - Clutch disk in backwards?

@minianddaedae3524

6 жыл бұрын

Thx for the reply but come to find out. The clutch master cylinder wasn't bled enough. Now I have to change the clutch pedal out