Parts for your 2000 Nissan Bluebird-Cluth slave cylinder

2000 Nissan Bluebird cluth-slave-cylinder: what it does and when to service it

Technical references including the Nissan factory service manual for the U14 Bluebird (CL – Clutch section, model years 1996–2001) and Nissan’s EPC/FAST parts catalogue show that manual‑transmission 2000 Nissan Bluebird models use a hydraulic clutch system with a cluth-slave-cylinder mounted on the gearbox bellhousing. Automatic Bluebirds don’t have or need this part. So, if the vehicle is a 5‑speed manual, a cluth-slave-cylinder is absolutely relevant, if it’s an auto, it’s not fitted.

On a manual 2000 Nissan Bluebird, the cluth-slave-cylinder converts hydraulic pressure from the clutch master cylinder into a push on the clutch fork, disengaging the clutch so gears can be selected smoothly. It’s a simple, hardworking unit that cops plenty of heat and road grime, so a bit of routine attention keeps the pedal feel consistent and the shifts nice and crisp.

For owners keen to keep their Bluebird feeling spot on, regular checks are easy under the bonnet. Look at the clutch fluid reservoir on the firewall and make sure the level sits between the marks, using the specified brake fluid (usually DOT 3 or DOT 4 as stated on the cap). Under the car, a quick squiz at the cluth-slave-cylinder and its rubber boot can reveal early weeps. Any dampness, swelling rubber, or dust stuck to wet spots points to a seal on the way out.

• Common signs the cluth-slave-cylinder needs attention: a spongy or sinking pedal, difficulty selecting gears, a clutch bite point that wanders, or wet patches near the bellhousing.
• Good servicing habits: check fluid each service, bleed the clutch every 24 months or if the pedal feels airy, and nip up or replace tired hoses.
• Replacement tips: use quality parts, keep the pushrod and fork contact clean, and bleed the system thoroughly at the slave’s bleed nipple until bubbles are gone.
• Preventative wins: avoid contaminating the fluid with dirt or oil, and don’t mix fluid types, stick with what’s specified on the cap.

If the Bluebird is an automatic, none of the above applies because there’s no clutch system at all—shifts are handled hydraulically inside the transmission. For manual models though, sorting the cluth-slave-cylinder when it first shows symptoms is a quick, cost‑effective way to protect the gearbox synchros and keep daily driving drama‑free.

Popular questions about the 2000 Nissan Bluebird cluth-slave-cylinder

Where is the cluth-slave-cylinder on a 2000 Nissan Bluebird?
It’s bolted to the gearbox bellhousing on the front side of the transaxle. Look for a small cylinder with a hydraulic line attached and a bleed nipple. From above, it’s typically visible low down in the engine bay, from underneath, it’s easy to spot near the clutch fork.

What fluid should be used, and how often should it be bled?
Use the brake fluid grade shown on the reservoir cap—commonly DOT 3 or DOT 4. In Aussie and Kiwi conditions, bleeding every two years is a safe bet, or sooner if the pedal turns spongy, the fluid looks dark, or the slave/master has been replaced.

Do automatic 2000 Bluebirds have a cluth-slave-cylinder?
No. Autos don’t have a clutch pedal or a hydraulic clutch circuit, so there’s no cluth-slave-cylinder fitted. All advice about bleeding or replacing the slave applies only to manual-transmission cars.