Master Cylinder: Removal
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 46 other vehicles, including the 2001 Pontiac Montana, 2001 Pontiac Aztek, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada, and 2001 GMC Sonoma. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With engine off, press brake pedal several times to release vacuum in power brake unit. Clean dirt and grease from master cylinder brake line fittings. Disconnect brake lines from master cylinder and plug line ends. On Aztek, disconnect fluid level sensor electrical connector.
- On vehicles with combination valve and bracket attached to master cylinder mounting studs, remove combination valve and bracket. On vehicles without power brake unit, disconnect brake pedal push rod at brake pedal. On all vehicles, remove master cylinder retaining nuts and master cylinder.