Ranger 4WD V6-245 4.0L (1991)
Clutch Master Cylinder: Service and Repair
Hydraulic Clutch Controls
CAUTION: Prior to any vehicle service that requires removal of the slave cylinder, (i.e.; transmission and clutch housing removal), the master cylinder
push rod must be disconnected from the clutch pedal. If not disconnected, permanent damage to the master cylinder assembly will occur if the clutch
pedal is depressed while the slave cylinder is disconnected.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the clutch master cylinder push rod from the clutch pedal by prying the retainer bushing and push rod off the pedal pin.
2. Remove the switch from the master cylinder assembly.
3. Remove the screw retaining the fluid reservoir to the cowl access cover.
4. Uncouple the tube from the slave cylinder, depress the white retainer bushing with T88T-70522-A, or equivalent, while pulling on the line.
5. Remove the bolts retaining the clutch master cylinder to the dash panel and remove the clutch master cylinder assembly.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the push rod through the hole in the engine compartment. Be sure it is located on the correct side of the clutch pedal. Place the master
cylinder assembly in position. Install the bolts and tighten to 11-16 Nm (8-12 ft-lb).
2. Insert the coupling end into the slave cylinder and install tube into clip(s).
NOTE: Minimal loss of fluid should occur during removal and installation, and bleeding should not normally be required unless the vehicle
shows signs of lack of clutch reserve.
3. Position the fluid reservoir on the cowl access cover, and install the retaining screws.
4. Replace the retainer bushing in the clutch master cylinder push rod if worn or damaged. Install the retainer and push rod on the clutch pedal pin.
Be sure the bushing is oriented correctly (with the flange of the bushing against the pedal blade). Install the three function clutch interlock switch
or clutch pedal position switch.
5. Bleed the system only if required.