For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the harness connector that is mounted to the top of the brake fluid reservoir.
- Remove the brake fluid level switch and wire harness. Slide the switch out of the reservoir. It is not necessary to drain the fluid.
- For vehicles with the manual transaxle, disconnect the clip that secures the clutch hose connection to the master cylinder and move the clip out of the way.
- Remove the clutch hose from the master cylinder.
- Remove the screw that holds the brake fluid reservoir to the master cylinder body.
- Remove the reservoir from the retaining clamps by gently prying the reservoir upward with a screwdriver.
- Remove the brake fluid reservoir from the master cylinder body by tilting the reservoir and pulling it upward.
- Remove and discard the brake fluid reservoir seals from the master cylinder body.
Important: Remove the brake fluid reservoir only when it must be replaced because of damage or leaks.
Installation Procedure
- Lubricate the new brake fluid reservoir seals with clean brake fluid.
- Install the brake fluid reservoir seals into the master cylinder body.
- Install the brake fluid reservoir onto the master cylinder body.
- For vehicles with the manual transaxle, install the clutch hose connection to the master cylinder with the clip.
- Add the brake fluid.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding .
- Bleed the clutch master cylinder (if equipped). Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the low brake fluid level switch by pushing it into the side of the brake fluid reservoir opposite the engine.
- Install the connector for the low brake fluid level switch assembly by sliding it into its mount on the top of the brake fluid reservoir.
- Connect the brake fluid level switch to the wiring harness.
