Changing Hydraulic Fluid
06-22-2007, 12:24 AM
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Changing Hydraulic Fluid Hey guys i think i need to change my hydraulic fluid, since the car seems to be acting weird when im rowing thre the gears and the clutch fluid getting very dark. I was just wondering how do u change the fluid? Ive never done it before so any tips would be appreciated..
06-22-2007, 02:03 PM
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if you suffer pedal woes, the first step should be the self-help procedure of cleaning up the clutch fluid. If it's made truly clean again but the woes persist, then move on the more difficult and expensive paths.
I've spent six years working to refine a protocol for cleaning up the fluid that works well for almost all owners with the pedal woes symptoms. An alternative is a dealer visit for a full bleed, which costs about $125, may not be done properly, and will have to be repeated periodically.
The procedure I advocate is here: Taking Care of Your Clutch
I urge folks, for best results in the least time and effort, to follow the protocol exactly. Do it all in one session. Takes 60-90 minutes.
You'll need about 24-36 ounces of new brake fluid and a syringe, plus some lint free paper towels. Cost is about $10.
What you find when you open the reservoir may surprise you.
Regarding which brake fluid to use in your clutch, you can't go wrong with the fluid specified in your owner's manual. If that one is unavailable, I've used Prestone brand for six years with good results. There is a link to a great list of those alternatives midway down my clutch care page.
Please report back how the clean up goes and the results.
Ranger
I've spent six years working to refine a protocol for cleaning up the fluid that works well for almost all owners with the pedal woes symptoms. An alternative is a dealer visit for a full bleed, which costs about $125, may not be done properly, and will have to be repeated periodically.
The procedure I advocate is here: Taking Care of Your Clutch
I urge folks, for best results in the least time and effort, to follow the protocol exactly. Do it all in one session. Takes 60-90 minutes.
You'll need about 24-36 ounces of new brake fluid and a syringe, plus some lint free paper towels. Cost is about $10.
What you find when you open the reservoir may surprise you.
Regarding which brake fluid to use in your clutch, you can't go wrong with the fluid specified in your owner's manual. If that one is unavailable, I've used Prestone brand for six years with good results. There is a link to a great list of those alternatives midway down my clutch care page.
Please report back how the clean up goes and the results.
Ranger
06-22-2007, 02:25 PM
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Originally Posted by JacobK
you dont use brake fluid in your clutch do you?
Can't go wrong with the GM-branded fluid. But there are many choices. The details at are my site.
Ranger
Last edited by Ranger; 06-22-2007 at 02:33 PM.
