Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution .

NOTE: When adding fluid to the brake master cylinder reservoir, use only GM approved or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container. The use of any type of fluid other than the recommended type of brake fluid may cause contamination which could result in damage to the internal rubber seals and/or rubber linings of hydraulic brake system components.

NOTE: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice .

Fig 1: Disconnecting/Connecting Brake Fluid Level Sensor Electrical Connector

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Remove the brake fluid from the reservoir. Discard the fluid into an approved container.
Disconnect the brake fluid level sensor electrical connector.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Brake Fluid Level Sensor

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Remove the brake fluid level sensor. Refer to Master Cylinder Fluid Level Sensor Replacement .

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Master Cylinder Reservoir

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Remove the master cylinder reservoir attachment pins and discard the pins.
Release the reservoir from the master cylinder by carefully pulling reservoir straight up.
Remove the reservoir seals from the master cylinder body.