replacing a slave cylinder

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blk66bug
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replacing a slave cylinder

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I'm trying to figure out how to replace a slave cylinder on a 2 door 411 or 412 (not sure of the diffrence) for the family of a guy that passed away so they can sell the car. I noticed a couple of inspection pannels behind the rear seat , do these allow access to the slave cylinder? does the hydraulic clutch use reguler break fluid? thanks for the help Jeff
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bradey bunch
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Re: replacing a slave cylinder

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Jack the car up, remove the fitting for the clutch line, and remove the 2 13mm nuts holding it on, and pull or pry it out. They can be pretty seized in there. I use dot 3 brake fluid. It is located right on top of the bellhousing, do it from underneath.

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raygreenwood
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Re: replacing a slave cylinder

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Thats a pretty good explanation. I usually jack up the left rear...put it firmly on a jackstand...and remove the left rear wheel. You can reach in past the spring for good access. Ray
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Re: replacing a slave cylinder

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thanks for the help, Jeff
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