Master Cylinder Replacement

Master Cylinder Replacement

Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution in Service Precautions.

Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice in Service Precautions.

Removal Procedure
1. Apply the parking brake.





2. Disconnect the master cylinder fluid level sensor connector.





3. Disconnect the brake pipes from the master cylinder.






Important: Install a rubber cap or plug to the exposed brake hose fitting ends in order to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.

4. Plug the brake pipes.





5. Remove the master cylinder mounting nuts.
6. Remove the master cylinder assembly.
7. Drain the master cylinder of brake fluid.

Installation Procedure





1. Bench bleed the master cylinder.





2. Install the master cylinder assembly.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the master cylinder mounting nuts.
Tighten the master cylinder mounting nuts to 36 Nm (27 ft. lbs.).





4. Remove the rubber plugs from the brake lines.





5. Connect the brake pipes.
Tighten the brake pipe fittings to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).





6. Connect the master cylinder fluid level sensor connector.
7. Bleed the hydraulic brakes system.