Braking System

Master Cylinder Repair Procedures

11steps
~66min
3/5difficulty
0102030405016.712N·mlb·ft
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DEPOSIT

  1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
  2. Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connector from the reservoir.
  3. Drain the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir using a syringe.
  4. Remove the clip and disconnect the brake pipe (A) from the master cylinder. [MT only]
  5. Disconnect the brake pipes (A) and (B). Tightening torque: ABS: 12.7 ~ 16.7 N·m N·m; ESP: 18.6 ~ 23 N·m N·m
  6. Remove the safety clip and cotter pin.
  7. Remove the locking nuts.

    Tightening torque: 16.7 ~ 26 N·m N·m

  8. Remove the master cylinder.
  9. Remove the reservoir by loosening the screw.

REMEDY

  1. To install, perform the removal procedure in reverse order.
  2. After installation, bleed the brake system. (Refer to Brake System - "Brake Fluid Bleeding") (Refer to Brake System - "ABS Bleeding")

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