RDX AWD L4-2.3L Turbo (2010)
7. Disconnect the brake lines (A) from the master cylinder (B). To prevent spills, cover the hose joints clean rags or shop towels.
8. Remove the master cylinder mounting nuts (C).
9. Remove the brake booster pressure sensor (D) with the stay, and move it aside. Do not damage the sensor and the wire harness.
10. Remove the master cylinder from the brake booster (E). Be careful not to bend or damage the brake lines when removing the master cylinder.
11. Remove the O-ring (F) from the master cylinder.
NOTE: Replace the O-ring whenever the master cylinder is removed.
12. Install the master cylinder with a new O-ring in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
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Check the brake booster pushrod clearance See: Power Brake Assist/Vacuum Brake Booster/Adjustments.
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Coat the new O-ring with the Shin-Etsu silicone grease (P/N 08798-9013).
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Make sure not to get any silicone grease on the terminal part of the connectors and switches, especially if you have silicone grease on your
hands or gloves.
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Check the brake pedal height and free play after installing the master cylinder, and adjust it if necessary See: Brake Pedal Assy/Adjustments.
13. Bleed the brake system See: Brake Bleeding/Service and Repair.
