RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V10-8.0L VIN W (1997)
Brake Master Cylinder: Service and Repair
Master Cylinder Replacement
Master Cylinder And Valve Brake Line Connections
CAUTION: Exercise care when removing/installing the master cylinder, combination valve and antilock valve connecting lines. The threads in the
cylinder and valve fluid ports can be damaged if care is not exercised. Use a flare nut wrench to loosen or tighten the fittings and start all brake line
fittings by hand to avoid cross threading.
REMOVAL
Combination Valve-To-Master Cylinder Brake Lines
1. Remove brake lines connecting master cylinder to combination valve.
2. Remove nuts attaching combination valve bracket and master cylinder to brake booster mounting studs.
3. Slide combination valve bracket off booster mounting studs.
4. Remove master cylinder.
INSTALLATION
1. Position master cylinder on booster mounting studs. Be sure booster push rod is aligned and seated in primary piston.
