Master Cylinder: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sonoma, 2003 GMC Jimmy, 2003 Chevrolet S10 Pickup, and 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the reservoir on the master cylinder, if needed.
- Fill the master cylinder reservoir with brake fluid.
- Bench bleed the master cylinder. See MASTER CYLINDER BENCH BLEEDING under BLEEDING.
- Install the master cylinder to the vehicle.
- Install the master cylinder bolts and nuts. Tighten the fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Remove the rubber plugs from the brake lines.
- Connect the brake pipes to the master cylinder. Tighten the pipe nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Bleed the hydraulic brake system. See HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM - MANUAL or HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM - PRESSURE .