I just replaced the clutch master and slave cylinders in my 1993 S-10 pickup. The problem I have is with the slave cylinder. There is a plastic "strap" that goes over the push rod and is secured to the body on both sides. There was a note in the box that said to NOT remove or cut this strap or performance could be affected, could be noisy, etc.. The problem is that my old slave had the strap cut. When the strap is connected, it prevents the push rod from extending far enough to even hit the clutch fork, so I can't for the life of me figure out why it's there or what purpose it serves. I tried bleeding the system with the strap in place, and I have no clutch because the push rod never reaches the fork... ??? I have a factory service manual for the truck, but it makes no mention whatsoever of this strap.
Does anybody know what to do with this strap?
Also, what exactly is the proper way to bleed this thing? One book says take the slave out and tilt it at 45 degrees, and another says do it in place. I am totally confused - especially since nothing works because of that strap.
Thanks to anyone that can help.
P.S. Just in case it makes a difference, these parts are Raybestos, and the slave does have a bleeder screw.
Does anybody know what to do with this strap?
Also, what exactly is the proper way to bleed this thing? One book says take the slave out and tilt it at 45 degrees, and another says do it in place. I am totally confused - especially since nothing works because of that strap.
Thanks to anyone that can help.
P.S. Just in case it makes a difference, these parts are Raybestos, and the slave does have a bleeder screw.