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For 1990-2009 cars only

Object Number: 1574969  Size: MF

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Component Name

Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution in the Preface section.

Preliminary Procedures

Disconnect the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector.

1

Brake Pipe Fitting (Qty: 2)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Procedure

  1. Cap the brake pipe fittings to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
  2. After the installation is complete, bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding.

Tighten
29 N·m (21 lb ft)

2

Master Cylinder Nut (Qty: 2)

Tighten

    • JL9: 27 N·m (20 lb ft)
    • J55: 30 N·m (22 lb ft)

3

Brake Master Cylinder

Procedure

  1. Inspect the master cylinder O-ring seal for damage and replace, if necessary.
  2. Remove the master cylinder reservoir, if necessary. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Replacement.
  3. Before installing the master cylinder, bench bleed the master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Bench Bleeding.