Malibu L4-2.4L (2010)
Brake Master Cylinder: Removal and Replacement
Master Cylinder Replacement
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning (See: Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information/Brake Fluid Irritant Warning).
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Brake Fluid
Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution).
Removal Procedure
1. Without disconnecting the hoses, position the radiator surge tank aside. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement (See: Engine, Cooling and
Exhaust/Cooling System/Coolant Reservoir/Service and Repair/Radiator Surge Tank Replacement).
2. Deplete the vacuum from the vacuum brake booster by removing the vacuum check valve (1) from the vacuum brake booster grommet (4). Do not
disconnect the vacuum check valve (1) from the vacuum brake hose (3).
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the brake fluid level sensor.