Brake Fluid Reservoir: Service and Repair

Master Cylinder Reservoir Replacement

Removal Procedure





Important: Remove the reservoir only when replacing a damaged or a leaking reservoir.


1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the reservoir.




2. For vehicles with the manual transaxle, disconnect the clip to the clutch hose connection to the master cylinder, and move the clip out of the way.
3. Remove the clutch hose from the master cylinder.
4. Gently pry upwards with a screwdriver to release the reservoir.
5. Tilt the reservoir and pull it upward in order to remove it.




6. Remove the reservoir seals from the master cylinder body.

Installation Procedure




1. Lubricate the new seals with clean brake fluid. Install the seals into the cylinder body.
2. Install the reservoir on the master cylinder body.




3. For vehicles with the manual transaxle, connect the clip to the clutch hose connection to the master cylinder.




4. Add brake fluid.
5. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair in General Information.
6. Bleed the braking system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual)Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (ABS) Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (ABS).
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Connect the reservoir electrical connector.