Master Cylinder Repair Procedures

Removal

1. 1
   Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
2. 2
   Disconnect the positive (+) battery terminal and remove the battery.
3. 3
   Disconnect the ECM connector and remove the ECM and battery tray.
4. 4
   Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connector (A) and remove the reservoir cap. [LHD]

   

   [Right-hand drive]

   

5. 5
   Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir using a syringe.

   Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle, as it may damage the paint. If brake fluid gets on the paint, wash it off immediately with water.

6. 6
   Disconnect the brake tube (A) from the master cylinder by loosening the tube flare nut. Tightening torque: ABS: 12.7 ~ 16.7 N·m ESP: 16.7 ~ 23 N·m [LHD]

   

   [Right-hand drive]

   

7. 7
   Remove the master cylinder (B) from the brake booster after first loosening the mounting nuts (A).

   Tightening torque: 9.8 ~ 15.7 N·m

   [LHD]

   

   [RHD]

   

Installation

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