Clutch fluid all bled out

[KNS]

Bit of a problem here. I"m removing my CDV valve and decided to bleed the clutch as well. Some how all the clutch fluid bled out and I've got no pedal pressure. I drained about five or six ounces and probably put in four or five ounces. I'm using the Motive pressure bleeder.

I've done this many times over the years on my E46 with no issues. What I have I done wrong? I know the clutch fluid reservoir is part of and at the back of the brake fluid reservoir. I simply added fluid at the reservoir like I'd do on my E46. Am I missing something?

I believe the clutch side of the reservoir is empty I just can't see how to fill it. The reservoir itself is full.

Thanks

[KNS]

Figured it out. When I do clutch/brake bleeds I've always done it with the Motive reservoir dry. It's basically the same process with no clean up afterwards. Never had an issue.

It seems the little clutch portion of the reservoir must receive fluid from the absolute top. I filled the Motive with fluid and the fluid made it into both sections of the brake/clutch reservoir. Problem solved.

The removal of the CDV was a definite improvement, no more reluctance shifting into 2nd and 4th. What a stupid idea the CDV was.

Thanks for looking!

[mackeroni]

Glad you figured it out. Phew.

[Tommm]

Originally Posted by KNS

Figured it out. When I do clutch/brake bleeds I've always done it with the Motive reservoir dry. It's basically the same process with no clean up afterwards. Never had an issue.

It seems the little clutch portion of the reservoir must receive fluid from the absolute top. I filled the Motive with fluid and the fluid made it into both sections of the brake/clutch reservoir. Problem solved.

The removal of the CDV was a definite improvement, no more reluctance shifting into 2nd and 4th. What a stupid idea the CDV was.

Thanks for looking!

I have to do this on a car tomorrow. Are you saying that you maxed out the fluid in the brake reservoir, put the motive cap on, pumped and then bled?

If that's the case, I may use my mighty vac and pull it from below instead of using the motiv, hoping the seal is good.
Thanks

[KNS]

Originally Posted by Tommm

I have to do this on a car tomorrow. Are you saying that you maxed out the fluid in the brake reservoir, put the motive cap on, pumped and then bled?
Thanks

Yes, I always leave the Motive reservoir dry and just keep an eye on the level in the brake fluid reservoir. It's never been an issue with other cars and there's no clean up. Quick and easy.

I guess the 1 series reservoir is a little different. I ended up doing it the regular way in that I filled the Motive tank with fluid and it pushes the brake fluid into all the necessary places. Makes sense and the Motive pump worked like it is supposed to. Clutch pedal feels normal.