Master Cylinder

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Audi TT and 2008 Audi TT. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Pliers T10005

Removing

NOTE:

Before replacing the clutch slave cylinder, perform a function test first. Refer to INFORMATION REGARDING THE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF THE CLUTCH MASTER OR SLAVE CYLINDER .

When performing work in the footwell, place rags on the floor covering to protect it from brake fluid spills.

-- Remove the mounting bracket. Refer to MOUNTING BRACKET .

-- Release actuator rod mounting clip in clutch pedal with T10005.

Fig 1: Disengaging Master Cylinder Operating Rod Mount Using Pliers T10005

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-- Place a spacer -A- between the clutch pedal and the stop and press the clutch pedal forward.

Fig 2: Disengaging Securing Bracket And Pulling Master Cylinder Out Of Mounting Bracket

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Length of spacer = approximately 40 mm (for example ¹ /₂ " socket insert)

-- Release retaining clip -B- and pull the clutch master cylinder out of the bearing bracket -arrow 1- and -arrow 2-.

Installing

Move clutch pedal up to stop in rest position.

-- Attach mounting clip -2- to clutch master cylinder actuator rod -1-.

Fig 3: Identifying Installation Of Mount On Master Cylinder Operating Rod

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-- Place a spacer -A- between the clutch pedal and the stop and press the clutch pedal forward.

Fig 4: Engaging Master Cylinder On Mounting Bracket

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Length of spacer = approximately 40 mm (for example ¹ /₂ " socket insert)

-- Secure the clutch master cylinder on the bearing bracket -arrow 1- and -arrow 2-.

-- Press clutch master cylinder actuator rod -1- in direction of the -arrow- until mounting clip -2- engages audibly in the clutch pedal.

Fig 5: Identifying Master Cylinder Actuator Rod Pressed Until Mount Engages Audibly In Clutch Pedal

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-- Install mounting bracket. Refer to MOUNTING BRACKET .