Master Cylinder Repair Procedures

Removal [LH]

1. 1
   Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
2. 2
   Remove the battery. (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")
3. 3
   Remove the ECM. (Refer to Engine Control/Fuel System - "Engine Control Module")
4. 4
   Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connector (A) and remove the reservoir cap.

   

5. 5
   Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir using a syringe.
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: 18.6 ~ 23 N·m

   

7. 7
   Remove the clutch hose (B). [MT only]
8. 8
   Remove the master cylinder (B) from the brake booster after loosening the mounting nuts (A).

   Tightening torque: 9.8 ~ 15.7 N·m

   

Removal [RHD]

1. 1
   Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
2. 2
   Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connector (A) and remove the reservoir cap.

   

3. 3
   Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir using a syringe.
4. 4
   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: 18.6 ~ 23 N·m

   

5. 5
   Remove the clutch hose (B). [MT only]
6. 6
   Remove the master cylinder (B) from the brake booster after loosening the mounting nuts (A).

   Tightening torque: 9.8 ~ 15.7 N·m

   

Installation

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