Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Clutch line versions
The clutch pipeline on the clutch master cylinder -8- has changed as of '98 model (length, shape and routing). Version A = '97 model / version B = as of '98 model. See Fig 1 .
For this reason, the connecting center line -9- has also changed. See Fig 1 .
This applies to left and right-hand drive vehicles. In the case of right-hand drive vehicles, the line -8- is longer due to the different position of the master cylinder. See Fig 1 . The line -9- is an identical part in the case of left and right-hand drive vehicles.
The spare part number of the lines -8 and 9- as of '98 model = version -B- are provided with the index 10 (10 at the end of the spare part number). See Fig 1 .
Version -A- is no longer available. In the event of replacement, the new/current lines -B- are to be installed with the part number 996.423.107.10 and 996.423.109.10 for left-hand drive vehicles and 996.423.108.10 and 996.423.109.10 for right-hand drive vehicles. See Fig 1 .
A 15 mm hole must be drilled in the left wheel housing due to the position of the lines!
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.