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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying Reservoir Electrical Connector
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    IMPORTANT: Remove the reservoir only when replacing a damaged or a leaking reservoir.
  1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the reservoir.
  2. Fig 2: Prying Reservoir With Screwdriver
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  3. For vehicles with the manual transaxle, disconnect the clip to the clutch hose connection to the master cylinder, and move the clip out of the way.
  4. Remove the clutch hose from the master cylinder.
  5. Gently pry upwards with a screwdriver to release the reservoir.
  6. Tilt the reservoir and pull it upward in order to remove it.
  7. Fig 3: View Of Reservoir Seals
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  8. Remove the reservoir seals from the master cylinder body.