Removal Procedure
The battery must be disconnected to prevent the brake master cylinder from pressurizing the hydraulic system during its automated self diagnostic tests that can possibly occur when a door is opened or the key transmitter is activated. Failure to follow this precaution may cause personal injury.
- Drain and properly dispose of the brake fluid in the master cylinder reservoir.
- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
- Battery Tray - Remove - Battery Tray Replacement
Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir - Upper (2) - Remove - Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir Replacement (Upper)
Battery Negative Cable Ground Nut (1) @ Front Wheelhouse Panel - Remove
- Battery Negative Cable (2) @ Front Wheelhouse Panel - Separate
Electrical Connector (1) @ Electronic Brake Control Module (2) - Disconnect
- NOTE:
Cap the brake pipe fittings to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
Brake Pipe Fitting (1) @ Brake Pressure Modulator Valve - Remove [4x]
Brake and Accelerator Pedal Bracket Nut (1) - Remove [2x]
Instrument Panel Tie Bar Bolt (1) - Remove
- Brake Master Cylinder Bracket Nut (2) - Remove
- Floor Front Air Outlet Duct - Left Side - Remove - Floor Front Air Outlet Duct Replacement - Left Side
- NOTE:
Push the master cylinder because pulling the pedal too backward may damage the brake pedal position sensor.
Brake Pedal Push Rod (3) @ Brake Pedal (2) - Disconnect
Release the 2 retainer tabs and pull the brake pedal a bit to facilitate the removal.
- Brake Pedal Push Rod Retainer (1) @ Brake Pedal Push Rod (3) - Remove and DISCARD
- Brake Master Cylinder - Remove
- Transfer components as necessary.