How to Replace a Clutch Slave Cylinder on a 1986 Toyota Pickup
The 1986 Toyota pickup is a light-duty truck that has been in production since 1979. Available in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive models, this small truck is a popular choice for use as a work vehicle. Replacing the clutch slave cylinder is a fairly straightforward job and can be done in under an hour. This project will require an assistant since you will need help bleeding the clutch system after installing the new clutch slave cylinder.
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Things You'll Need
- Flare nut wrench
- Wrench set
- Shop rags
- New slave cylinder
- Brake fluid
- Bleeder hose (plastic or rubber)
- Glass jar
Instructions
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Park the pickup on a level, paved surface. Engage the parking brake and leave the transmission in neutral. Open the hood.
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Disconnect the clutch line connector with a flare nut wrench. Use a rag to clean any brake fluid that leaks out.
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Remove the two bolts that hold the cylinder onto the transmission bell house with the appropriate wrench. Set the bolts aside. Remove the slave cylinder. Clean the mounting area with a rag to remove excess brake fluid and any other debris.
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Install the new slave cylinder onto the transmission bell housing and tighten the two bolts with the wrench.
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Connect the clutch line connector with the flare nut wrench.
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Fill the clutch fluid reservoir with new brake fluid.
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Attach a bleeder tube made of either rubber or plastic onto the bleeder screw. Insert the open end of the bleeder tube into a glass jar with about an inch or two of brake fluid.
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Open the bleeder screw 1/2-turn with a wrench. Instruct your assistant to depress the clutch pedal and keep it depressed. When no more brake fluid comes out, tighten the bleeder bolt and have your helper slowly release the clutch. Continue this process until no more air bubbles enter the glass jar.
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Fill the clutch fluid reservoir with brake fluid to replace the fluid that drained out.
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Check to make sure the bleeder valve is finger-tight. Remove the bleeder tube. Remove any excess brake fluid in the area with a rag. Shut the hood.
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Tips & Warnings
Be careful not to let any of the brake fluid get on the pickup's paint as it will damage the finish.
Bleeding the clutch system is essential after replacing the slave cylinder. Failure to do so will leave air bubbles in the lines and cause major damage or malfunction to the brake system.
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