Does changing the fluid changes both brake and clutch?

Question

I found that my 95 Mazda 626 brake and clutch using the same cylinder and fluid. Now I want to change the fluid, and I wonder if I change the DOT3 fluid from the brakes is enough? or I need to flush the clutch from somewhere under the car as well? if I need to flush the clutch as well then can please tell me where is the gasket?

Answer 1

your clutch is probably hydraulic, and uses brake fluid, and yes this fluid does need to be replaced, it absorbs moisture, vw used to recommend changing the brake fluid on its air cooled beetles so it stands to reason that still applies to those of us that prefer to do it right, as for how, there must be a bleeder screw somewhere, those "one man bleeders" do work, but this is not a job for a first timer, take an auto repair course at a local community collage, buy a repair manual and take control of your minor maintenance , good luck and happy wrenching !

Answer 2

Why do you want to change brake fluid ?

How could the clutch be hooked up to the brake system ?

Did some "mechanic" tell you that you need a fluid change ?

There is no way to "flush" a brake system without disconnecting each brake line at each wheel and do each one individually.

And I couldn't even dream up a way to "flush" the master cylinder and fluid reservoir. Then comes wheel cylinders and disc brake pistons, how do you "flush" them ??

If this is your idea or a "mechanic" ask the mechanic these questions then ask to watch the process.

Some one trying to take your money.

Answer 3

for one thing...you don't flush your brake or clutch system. Also...no way is the clutch and brake system connected. Someone gave you bad information or you are just asking a silly question.



I have been a mechanic for many years and have never heard of this process...it is a sealed system and unless you have to replace a part such as a wheel cylinder/caliper or a clutch slave cylinder then no need to worry about it.



I think someone gave you bogess information.