Nissan Tiida C11. Manual - part 118

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CLUTCH PEDAL

4.

Adjust ASCD clutch switch (1), if equipped. Position so that
clearance between clutch pedal (2) and thread end of ASCD
clutch switch (1), with clutch pedal fully released, is within speci-
fication (A).

5.

Check the clutch hydraulic system components (clutch master cylinder, clutch operating cylinder, clutch
withdrawal lever and clutch release bearing) for sticking or binding.

a.

If any sticking or binding is noted, repair or replace the related parts as necessary.

b.

If any hydraulic system repair was necessary, bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to 

CL-8, "Air

Bleeding Procedure"

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NOTE:
Do not use a vacuum assist or any other type of power bleeder on this system. Use of a vacuum assist or
power bleeder will not purge all of the air from the system.

Removal and Installation

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COMPONENTS

Clearance A

: 0.74 - 1.96 mm (0.0291 - 0.0772 in)

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CLUTCH PEDAL

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REMOVAL

1.

Remove instrument lower finisher. Refer to 

IP-11, "Removal and Installation"

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2.

Disconnect clutch interlock switch and ASCD clutch switch harness connectors, if equipped.

3.

Remove clutch switch harness clamp from clutch pedal assembly.

4.

Disconnect master cylinder rod end from clutch pedal lever.

5.

Remove clutch pedal assembly nuts, and then remove clutch
pedal assembly.

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check clutch pedal for bend, damage or a cracked weld. If bend, damage or a cracked weld is found, replace
clutch pedal assembly.

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• After installing the clutch switches, adjust the switch positions. Refer to 

CL-5, "On-vehicle Inspection and

Adjustment"

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1.

Clutch pedal assembly

2.

Lock nut

3.

Clutch interlock switch

4.

ASCD clutch switch

5.

Lock nut

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CLUTCH FLUID

CLUTCH FLUID

Air Bleeding Procedure

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NOTE:
Do not use a vacuum assist or any other type of power bleeder on this system. Use of a vacuum assist or
power bleeder will not purge all the air from the system.

CAUTION:

• Carefully monitor fluid level in reservoir tank during bleeding operation.
• Keep painted surface of body and other parts free of clutch fluid. If it spills, wipe up immediately and

wash the affected area with water.

• First bleed the air from the operating cylinder air bleed valve

(1) and then from the bleed connector air bleed valve.

1.

Connect a transparent vinyl tube and container to the air bleeder
valve on the clutch operating cylinder.

2.

Fill reservoir tank with new clutch fluid.

3.

Depress and release the clutch pedal slowly and fully 15 times
at an interval of 2 to 3 seconds.

4.

With pedal depressed, continue the bleeding procedure.

5.

Push the lock pin (1) of the bleeding connector (2) into the
locked position.

CAUTION:

Hold it to prevent releasing clutch tube from bleeding con-
nector (2) when fluid pressure is applied in the tube.

6.

Slide clutch tube (1) in the direction of the arrow as shown, then
bleed the air from the tube.

7.

Return clutch tube (1) and lock pin (2) to their original positions.

8.

Release clutch pedal and wait for 5 seconds.

9.

Repeat steps 2 to 8 until no bubbles are observed in the clutch
fluid.

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Dimension A 

: 5 mm (0.20 in)

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CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER

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REMOVAL

1.

Remove the battery, battery tray and brackets. Refer to 

PG-6, "Removal and Installation"

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2.

Remove the air cleaner and air duct. Refer to 

EM-154, "Removal and Installation"

 (MR18DE) or 

EM-269,

"Removal and Installation"

 (K9K).

3.

Use one of the following methods to remove hose from master cylinder.
• Drain clutch fluid from reservoir tank and remove hose.
• Remove hose from master cylinder. Immediately plug hose and reservoir tank to prevent clutch fluid

from dripping.

CAUTION:

Do not spill clutch fluid onto painted surfaces. If it spills, wipe up immediately and wash the
affected area with water. 

4.

Remove master cylinder rod end from clutch pedal assembly.

5.

Remove lock pin (1) from connector of master cylinder (2) and
separate clutch tube (3).

6.

Rotate master cylinder clockwise by 45

°

 and remove from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION

1.

Tilt master cylinder clockwise by 45

°

 and insert it in the mounting

hole. Rotate counterclockwise to secure it. At this time, nipple is
in the up position.

2.

Install master cylinder rod end to clutch pedal.

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