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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disconnect the electrical connector (3) from the brake fluid level sensor.
  2. Disconnect the brake pipes (4) from the master cylinder (1).
  3. Cap the open brake pipes (4) to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
  4. Remove the master cylinder mounting nuts (2).
  5. Move the proportioning valve assembly bracket or the antilock brake modulator bracket forward, just enough to clear the studs on the brake booster.
  6. Remove the master cylinder (1) from the booster (5).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Brake Fluid Level Sensor Electrical Connector
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