Does the New Bora require dashboard removal when replacing the clutch pump?

[LeChloe]

No. The method for removing the Bora's clutch master pump is as follows: 1. Remove the locking clip. Remove the push rod retaining pin and push rod; 2. Disconnect the hose clamp from the master pump. Disconnect the master pump hose; 3. Remove the master pump oil pipe. Remove the clutch master pump nuts; 4. Remove the clutch master pump. First, fill the prepared new pump with hydraulic oil, then quickly remove the slave pump and install the new pump (it's best done with two people). Position the slave pump's bleeder bolt upwards and loosen it, push the slave pump piston inward to allow air inside to escape, then tighten the bleeder bolt. Note that before this, it's best not to use the pedal method for bleeding. If only replacing the rubber cup, pre-install the cup onto another slave pump piston, quickly remove the damaged piston, and install the new part. When removing or installing the piston, keep the pump opening upwards to prevent hydraulic oil leakage. Then use the above method to bleed air. If the master pump leaks oil, it indicates damage to the upper rubber cup; insufficient oil pressure indicates damage to the lower piston rubber cup. Generally, replacing the rubber cup as needed is sufficient. During replacement, remove the two fixing bolts of the master pump, pull the master pump out slightly, use internal retaining ring pliers to remove the piston fixing ring on the pump cylinder, pull out the piston, remove the lower rubber cup, quickly install the new parts in order, and use the push rod to move the piston back and forth to expel air and pump in more hydraulic oil, then reinstall the retaining ring. Before reinstalling the master pump, adjust the push rod to its shortest position, fix it, repeatedly press the clutch pedal, and slowly lengthen the push rod until the clutch completely disengages. Note that there should be a 3-4mm gap between the release bearing and the release lever, with a pedal free travel of 30-40mm. If the master pump assembly must be replaced, first remove the outlet pipe, connect the new pump, then remove the oil pipe and quickly install it onto the new pump. After removing the outlet pipe, plug the old pump's outlet to prevent oil leakage; when removing the inlet pipe, use pliers to clamp the inlet pipe to prevent hydraulic oil from leaking out of the reservoir. After reassembling the master pump, use the push rod to move the piston back and forth to pump out hydraulic oil, and adjust the push rod to its shortest position before fixing.