OEM 2000 Ford Ranger Clutch Slave Cylinder

2000 Ford Ranger Clutch Slave Cylinder Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the clutch slave cylinder on 2000 Ford Ranger?

  A: The first step for clutch slave cylinder servicing begins with transmission removal followed by clutch housing inspection for fluid traces after which a new clutch slave cylinder must be installed if fluid is detected. Take out the clutch slave bolts followed by removing the cylinder whole. The spring should be pushed against the clutch release hub and bearing while removing their retainer ring followed by complete removal of hub and bearing and spring. Through cleaning the clutch slave cylinder check for a weak spring and examine the piston for wear and damage and the boot and fluid leak. Clutch release hubs and bearings arrive with preapplied lubricant so cleaning them with solvent is forbidden therefore the assembly requires replacement without disassembly during inspection. Before conducting tests you must clean the clutch release hub and bearing of all oil and dirt buildup. Then inspect them by applying pressure to the outer race as you rotate it; rough rotation indicates the need to replace the whole assembly. In case surface scoring or burrs block the sliding motion inspect the areas then smooth imperfections using fine-grade emery paper. The installation requires Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or -K or equivalent to ESA-MlC75-B for lubricating the sliding points of the clutch release hub and bearing. Install the spring together with clutch release hub and bearing onto the clutch slave cylinder while pushing against the spring followed by the retainer ring installation. The clutch slave cylinder needs to be placed correctly before securing it with bolts before reinstallation of the transmission.