Maintenance

Maintenance

Master Cylinder

Removal

1. Remove the coolant reservoir (LH drive only).

   To give better access. Be aware that there is a wiring harness plug connected to the header tank on the under side.

   

2. Disconnect the two outlet pipes. Install blanking plugs to all ports and pipe ends to prevent brake fluid leakage.

   Mark each pipe - for correct installation.

⚠ Warning
Avoid skin / eye contact or ingestion of brake fluid. If skin or eyes are splashed with brake fluid, rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water and obtain medical attention. If brake fluid is ingested, obtain immediate medical attention.

Caution
Brake fluid must not be allowed to contact the vehicle paint work. Remove spilt brake fluid from the paint work by rinsing away with running water.

Place suitable absorbent material around the brake fluid reservoir area to catch any spilt brake fluid.

3. Disconnect the pressure sensor wiring harness plug.
4. Remove the two nyloc nuts that secure the master cylinder to the brake booster. Withdraw the master cylinder. Discard the 'O' ring and nyloc nuts.

Installation

1. Install a new 'O' ring.