Replacing clutch slave cylinder
 

How difficult is changing the clutch slave cylinder? I have a 2002 F150 V-6 5-spd and it appears the slave cylinder is leaking at 40,000 miles. Does a Haynes manual describe this repair adequately? Any special tools required? I added fluid about a week ago and need to add more today so I assume I'll have to change the cylinder soon (if not sooner).

Re: Replacing clutch slave cylinder
 

You have to drop the tranny but no special tools

there is a tool for disconnecting the hydraulic line but i beleive the repair manuals show an alternate method that also works. it is a cheap tool but might be hard to find if you dont have access to a tool truck.

depends on what type of slave cylinder you have
 

ive done two clutches on a ford ranger and a F150. As far as special tools go, the only one i believe is that one tool to disconnect the hydrolic line, but if you know what your doing you can do it with a pair of flat head screwdrivers. (not the brightest of ideas if you dont have an idea of what your doing) the main deal is if you have a concentric slave cylinder or not(meaning it's inside the bell housing mounted over the tranny input shaft.) if it is, have fun :thumbsup: because youll have to drop your tranny and transfer case(if 4x4). pretty much do what youll do in a clutch job. and since you have it all apart, it would be a good idea to do a clutch job while your at it. if you have any questions ask me, ill try to help...