Master Cylinder Replacement

Master Cylinder Replacement
Removal Procedure

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.

1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the brake fluid level sensor.





2. Disconnect the brake pipes from the master cylinder.

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

Plug the open brake pipe ends.
4. Remove master cylinder mounting nuts.
5. Remove the master cylinder from the vehicle.
6. Drain the master cylinder reservoir of all brake fluid.

Installation Procedure





1. Bench bleed the master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Bench Bleeding.
2. Install the master cylinder to the brake booster.

3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install the master cylinder mounting nuts.
Tighten the nuts to 29 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).
4. Remove the plugs from the brake pipes
5. Connect the brake pipes to the master cylinder.
Tighten the fittings to 32 Nm (24 ft. lbs.).
6. Connect the electrical connector to the brake fluid level sensor.
7. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure).