Brake Master Cylinder Replacement
Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if brake fluid gets on the paint, wash it off immediately with water.
NOTE:The illustrations show LHD type. RHD type is similar.
  1. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF, then disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and remove it from the engine compartment.
  1. Remove the reservoir cap and brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir with a syringe, then remove the bracket mounting bolt (A) and the clutch master cylinder reservoir tank (B).
  1. Remove the reservoir tank mounting bolt (C).
  1. Remove the reservoir tank bracket (A).
  1. Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connector (A).
  1. Disconnect the brake lines (B) from the master cylinder (C). To prevent spills, cover the hose joints with rags or shop towels.
  1. Remove the master cylinder mounting nuts (D) and washers (E).
  1. Remove the master cylinder from the brake booster (F). Be careful not to bend or damage the brake lines when removing the master cylinder.
  1. Remove the rod seal (G) from the master cylinder.
    NOTE: During installation, set the new rod seal onto the master cylinder with its grooved side (H) toward the master cylinder.
  1. Install the master cylinder in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
  1. Install the battery, and connect the negative battery cable. Set the clock.
  1. Spin the wheels to check for brake drag.