GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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Chevrolet
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2008
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Optra - Mexico
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Brakes
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Hydraulic Brakes
🢒 Master Cylinder Reservoir Replacement
Removal Procedure
Important:
Remove the reservoir only when replacing a damaged or a leaking reservoir.
Disconnect the electrical connector from the reservoir.
For vehicles with the manual transaxle, disconnect the clip to the clutch hose connection to the master cylinder, and move the clip out of the way.
Remove the clutch hose from the master cylinder.
Gently pry upwards with a screwdriver to release the reservoir.
Tilt the reservoir and pull it upward in order to remove it.
Remove the reservoir seals from the master cylinder body.
Installation Procedure
Lubricate the new seals with clean brake fluid. Install the seals into the cylinder body.
Install the reservoir on the master cylinder body.
For vehicles with the manual transaxle, connect the clip to the clutch hose connection to the master cylinder.
Add brake fluid.
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
Bleed the braking system. Refer to
Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding
.
Lower the vehicle.
Connect the reservoir electrical connector.