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Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement D16 and D20 Manual Transaxle

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1290058  Size: SH

    Important: Before disconnecting the reservoir tank hose, remove the clutch/brake fluid from the reservoir tank.

  1. Remove the locking clip.
  2. Remove the push rod fixing pin and push rod.

  3. Object Number: 1251808  Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the hose clamp on the master cylinder.
  5. Disconnect the master cylinder hose.

  6. Object Number: 1251809  Size: SH
  7. Remove the master cylinder pipe.

  8. Object Number: 1251810  Size: SH
  9. Remove the clutch master cylinder nuts.
  10. Remove the clutch master cylinder.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1251812  Size: SH
  1. Install the clutch master cylinder and clutch master cylinder nuts.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the clutch master cylinder nuts to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1251809  Size: SH
  3. Install the master cylinder pipe.

  4. Object Number: 1251808  Size: SH
  5. Connect the master cylinder hose.
  6. Connect the hose clamp on the master cylinder.

  7. Object Number: 1290058  Size: SH
  8. Install the push rod fixing pin and push rod.
  9. Install the locking clip.
  10. Bleed the air.
  11. Adjust the clutch pedal. Refer to Clutch Pedal Free Travel Adjustment .
  12. Fill the reservoir with clutch/brake fluid up to the proper level.

Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement D33 Manual Transaxle

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1890963  Size: SH

    Important: Before disconnecting the reservoir tank hose, remove the clutch/brake fluid from the reservoir tank.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery.
  2. Disconnect the spring clamp on the master cylinder.
  3. Remove the reservoir hose.

  4. Object Number: 1890964  Size: SH
  5. Disconnect the pipe connected to the master cylinder.

  6. Object Number: 1890966  Size: SH
  7. Remove the E-ring and the push rod fixing pin from the clutch pedal and the push rod clevis.

  8. Object Number: 1890968  Size: SH
  9. Remove the locknuts on the master cylinder bracket. Remove the master cylinder in the direction of the engine compartment.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1890968  Size: SH
  1. Install the master cylinder to the mounting bolts and install the locknuts.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the clutch master cylinder nuts to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1890964  Size: SH
  3. Connect the pipe to the master cylinder.

  4. Object Number: 1890963  Size: SH
  5. Connect the reservoir hose to the master cylinder and tighten the spring clamp.

  6. Object Number: 1890966  Size: SH
  7. Coat the push rod fixing pin with multi-purpose grease.
  8. Install the push rod clevis, the push rod fixing pin, and the E-ring onto the clutch pedal.
  9. Bleed the air. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding .
  10. Connect the negative battery.