Removal and Installation

Brake Master Cylinder

Material:

Removal and Installation

WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative.

WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.

CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted or plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Battery.
2. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to Fuel Delivery and Air Induction.
^ Use a suitable suction device to drain the brake fluid reservoir.
3. Disconnect the brake fluid level sensor electrical connector.
4. Loosen the brake tube fittings and disconnect from the brake master cylinder.
^ To install, tighten to 18 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove the 2 brake master cylinder nuts.
^ To install, tighten to 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.).
6. Remove the brake master cylinder.

7. NOTE: If a new master cylinder is being installed, the new master cylinder must be bench bled.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ Bleed the brake system.