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Ka 1997 (09.1996-)

Hydraulic Brake Actuation - Brake Master Cylinder Ka 1997 (09/1996-)
Removal and Installation

Removal
  1. WARNING:
    WARNING:Apply the foot brake at least 20 times to de-pressurise the system.
    CAUTION:
    CAUTION:If brake fluid is spilled on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.
    NOTE:
    NOTE:When removed, ensure the filler cap does not become contaminated.
    Remove the reservoir filler cap.
    1. Disconnect the low brake fluid level warning light switch multiplug.
    1. Remove the filler cap.

  1. Drain the brake fluid reservoir.
    1. Connect a bleed tube from the front left-hand bleed nipple to a suitable container.
    1. Slacken the bleed nipple.
    1. Depress the brake pedal until the reservoir is empty.
    1. Tighten the bleed nipple.

  1. Disconnect the clutch feed pipe.

  1. Disconnect the master cylinder brake pipes.

  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Before removing the master cylinder ensure that the servo vacuum is exhausted. This may be done either by removing the vacuum pipe from the servo or by operating the brake pedal several times with the engine turned off.
    Remove the master cylinder (two nuts).

Installation
  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Before refitting the master cylinder ensure that the vacuum seal is in place and that the mating faces are clean.
    Refit the components in reverse order.

  1. Bleed the brake system. For additional information, refer to Section  206-00 Brake System - General Information.

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