Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution in Cautions and Notices.

Fig 1: Identifying Master Cylinder Reservoir Assembly

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Remove the brake master cylinder from the vehicle. (5). Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement .
Clamp the flange on the master cylinder body in a vise.
Drive out the master cylinder reservoir pins (6).
Remove the master cylinder reservoir (3) by pulling the reservoir straight up and away from the cylinder body.
Remove the master cylinder reservoir grommets (4 and 7) from the grooves in the reservoir. Discard the grommets.
Inspect the reservoir for cracks or deformation. Replace the reservoir if necessary.
Use clean denatured alcohol to clean the reservoir.
Use non-lubricated compressed air to dry the reservoir.