Master Cylinder: Installation
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CAUTION:
If the master cylinder is being replaced or has been repaired, the master cylinder must be bled before installation. See MASTER CYLINDER
under BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM.
CAUTION:
It will be necessary to bleed the entire hydraulic brake system if the brake system has been open to air for an excessive amount of time or air is present in the lines. See BLEEDING PROCEDURE
under BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM.
- Install master cylinder on studs of power brake booster, aligning the booster push rod with master cylinder piston.
- Install the master cylinder mounting nuts. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Connect brake lines to master cylinder primary and secondary ports. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Reconnect brake fluid level switch.
- Check and adjust brake fluid level as necessary using Mopar(R) Brake Fluid or equivalent. See CHECKING & FILLING under BRAKE FLUID in SERVICE.