How to remove and install the Clutch Slave Cylinder?

Remove the transaxle. Using a flare-nut wrench, disconnect the hydraulic line fitting from the clutch slave cylinder. Remove the fasteners securing the clutch slave cylinder to the transaxle and slide the clutch slave cylinder assembly off the transaxle input shaft. Installation is the reverse of removal, noting the following points: Lubricate the clutch slave cylinder oil seal with a smear of transmission fluid. Apply a thread locking compound to the clutch slave cylinder mounting fasteners and tighten them to the specific torque. Tighten the hydraulic fitting securely, using a flare-nut wrench. Install the transaxle. Check the fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir, adding brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 specifications until the level is correct. Bleed the system.

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Saturn LS Cylinder Assembly, Clutch Actuator
Part Number: 90578179
Product Specifications
- Other Name: CYLINDER, Clutch Hydraulic Release Slave/Actuator; Slave Cylinder
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2000 Saturn LS | LS, LS1, LW1 | 4 Cyl 2.2L

Saturn LS Clutch Slave Cylinder

Saturn LS vehicles have what is known as the Clutch Slave Cylinder and the Clutch Master Cylinder with the pedal disengaging the clutch to enable smooth gear shifting. Pressure from the master cylinder pushes the clutch slave cylinder corresponding rod to pull a lever or fork to disconnects the clutch. Inadequacies of the clutch slave cylinder can result in dangerous gear shift and strain the transmission meaning replacement of this part is critical for favorable tractions and safety of the vehicle. The master cylinder in the clutch system, fulfills the task of translating force from the driver into hydraulic pressure to manage the slave cylinder so that there are proper clutch movements for seamless shifting of the gears.

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Saturn LS Clutch Slave Cylinder Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Cylinder Assembly, Clutch Actuator
90578179
Q: How to remove and install the Clutch Slave Cylinder?
A: Remove the transaxle. Using a flare-nut wrench, disconnect the hydraulic line fitting from the clutch slave cylinder. Remove the fasteners securing the clutch slave cylinder to the transaxle and slide the clutch slave cylinder assembly off the transaxle input shaft. Installation is the reverse of removal, noting the following points: Lubricate the clutch slave cylinder oil seal with a smear of transmission fluid. Apply a thread locking compound to the clutch slave cylinder mounting fasteners and tighten them to the specific torque. Tighten the hydraulic fitting securely, using a flare-nut wrench. Install the transaxle. Check the fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir, adding brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 specifications until the level is correct. Bleed the system.

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