Hydraulic System Bleeding
- Remove filler cap from master cylinder and fill to top. Attach a rubber hose to bleeder plug on slave cylinder. Insert opposite end in a container half full of brake fluid.
- Loosen bleeder plug approximately one-half turn. Push pedal to bottom of stroke and allow pedal to return unassisted. Continue pumping until air bubbles are no longer seen in container.
- Push pedal to bottom of stroke and close bleeder plug. Check master cylinder fluid level and refill as necessary.
TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (mkg) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Clutch-to-Flywheel | |||
| Spitfire | 16-22 (2.21-3.04) | ||
| Stag V8 & TR6 | 16-20 (2.21-2.76) | ||
| All Others | 20 (2.76) | ||
| Transmission-to-Engine | |||
| TR3 & 1200 | 14-16 (1.93-2.21) | ||
| TR4 | 8-10 (1.10-1.38) | ||
| TR250 & 2000 Sedan | 18-20 (2.48-2.76) | ||
| Spitfire | 24-32 (3.31-4.42) | ||
| Stag V8 | |||
| 5/16" Bolts | 16-20 (2.21-2.96) | ||
| 3/8" Bolts | 26-32 (3.59-4.42) | ||
| TR6 | 15-20 (2.07-2.76) | ||
| GT6 | 24-26 (3.31-3.59) | ||