Master Cylinder

Components and Component Location

COMPONENTS

Repair Procedures

DEPOSIT

1. 1
   Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
2. 2
   Remove the air cleaner assembly. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Intake and Exhaust System")
3. 3
   Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connector (A).

   

4. 4
   Drain the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir using a syringe.
5. 5
   Loosen the screw, then remove the reservoir.

   

6. 6
   Disconnect the brake hose (A) from the master cylinder by loosening the flare nut.

   Tightening Torque: 18.6 ~ 23 N·m

   

7. 7
   Remove the safety clip (A) and cotter pin (B).

   

8. 8
   Remove the master cylinder (B) from the brake booster after first loosening the mounting nuts (A).

   Tightening torque: 7.8 ~ 11.8 N·m (0.8 ~ 1.2 kgf·m, 5.8 ~ 8.7 ft-lbf)

   

REMEDY

1. 1
   Installation is the reverse of removal.
2. 2
   After installation, bleed the brake system. (Refer to Brake System - "Brake System Bleeding")