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Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement D16 and D20 Manual Transaxle

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1290058  Size: SH

    Note: 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

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


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

  2. 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

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


    Object Number: 1890963  Size: SH

    Note: 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

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1890968  Size: SH
  1. Install the master cylinder using the mounting bolts, install the locknuts and tighten to 22 N·m (16 lb ft)..

  2. 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.