GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1245649  Size: SH

    Important: Remove the reservoir only when replacing a damaged or a leaking reservoir.

  1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the reservoir.

  2. Object Number: 1245632  Size: SH
  3. For vehicles with the manual transaxle, disconnect the clip to the clutch hose connection at the master cylinder.
  4. Gently pry upward with a screwdriver to release the reservoir.
  5. Tilt the reservoir and pull it upward in order to remove it.

  6. Object Number: 1245634  Size: SH
  7. Remove the reservoir seals from the master cylinder body.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1245635  Size: SH
  1. Lubricate the new seals with clean brake fluid. Install the seals into the cylinder body.
  2. Install the reservoir on the master cylinder body.

  3. Object Number: 1245636  Size: SH
  4. For vehicles with the manual transaxle, connect the clip to the clutch hose connection at the master cylinder.

  5. Object Number: 1245649  Size: SH
  6. Add brake fluid.
  7. Notice: Refer to Vehicle Lifting and Jacking Notice in the Preface section.

  8. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  9. Bleed the braking system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding .
  10. Lower the vehicle.
  11. Connect the reservoir electrical connector.