Master Cylinder Replacement

Master Cylinder Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the reservoir.




2. For vehicles with the ABS braking system, disconnect the brake lines from the master cylinder body.
3. For vehicles with the non-ABS braking system, disconnect the brake lines from the proportioning valves.
4. For vehicles with the manual transaxle, disconnect the clip to the clutch hose connection at the master cylinder.
5. Plug the opening to the brake lines to prevent fluid loss and contamination.




6. Remove the attaching nuts from the power booster.
7. Remove the master cylinder assembly.
8. Remove the seal from the booster housing. Discard the seal.
9. Drain the brake fluid.


Installation Procedure





Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice (Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice).

1. Install the master cylinder assembly with the new attaching nuts.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice).

2. Install the new seal to the booster housing.

Tighten the master cylinder attaching nuts to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).




3. For vehicles with the ABS braking system (as shown), connect the brake lines to the cylinder body.
4. For vehicles with the non-ABS braking system, connect the brake lines to the proportioning valves.

Tighten the brake lines to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

5. For vehicles with the manual transaxle, connect the clip to the clutch hose connection at the master cylinder.
6. Connect the electrical connector on the reservoir.
7. Add brake fluid.
8. Check for leaks and recheck the fluid level.
9. Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) (Service and Repair).