Master Cylinder Replacement (Manual Transmission)

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Fig 1: View Of Master Cylinder (Manual Transmission)

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Callout	Component Name
CAUTION: Remove all the air from the hydraulic brake system anytime the hydraulic brake system is opened for repair. The entire bleeding procedure must be followed. Failure to remove all the air in the hydraulic brake system will result in reduced braking performance and possible personal injury. CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution . NOTE: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice . NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .
1	Connector, Clutch Cylinder Tip: The hose from between the clutch master cylinder and the brake master cylinder reservoir is NOT serviced separately. It is serviced with the brake master cylinder reservoir. Bleed the clutch anytime the system is opened for repairs. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding .
2	Connector, Brake Fluid Level Indicator
3	Nut, Brake Pipe (Qty: 2) Tip: Cap or plug the brake pipes to prevent fluid loss and contamination. Bleed the brake system anytime the system is opened for repairs. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) . Tighten: 19 N.m (14 lb ft)
4	Nut, Master Cylinder (Qty: 2) Tighten: 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
5	Cylinder, Brake Master