Clutch fluid change help.

[Dave3166]

Hi Guys.

I would like to get my clutch fluid changed, Manual VXR8 6.2LS3.

Is this something i can do myself, or leave to a garage to do.

Picture to follow to show current colour of fluid. What do you chaps think

[Dave3166]

Another picture.

[rich24v]

Doable yourself, but I'd recommend use a lift or pit.

http://www.lotuscarlton.co.uk/vxr8clutchfluid.htm

[mik_ok]

DIY in 10-15mins.

I can't find the YouTube vid at the moment, but essentially :

- syringe out dirty fluid from reservoir
- wipe it and cap
- fill with fresh fluid
- replace cap
- pump clutch 15-20x
- repeat process (6-10x from experience)

I would never have believed this would work, but eventually you end up with very clear fluid in the reservoir even after you've pumped the pedal. I'm sure it's not 100% effective like a full flush and replace would be, but it's so much easier that you can happily re-do it every 6months. You don't use that much fluid in the process as you are only filling the reservoir volume each time.

[mik_ok]

Found the vid HERE.

First 4 mins or so are theory.

4mins on is the process.

Enjoy the crap techno backing track

[Dave3166]

Thanks guys