Reservoir, Brake Master Cylinder: Removal: Removal

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Fig 1: Master Cylinder Fluid Reservoir & Components

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1 - MASTER CYLINDER CAP

2 - FLUID RESERVOIR

3 - FLUID LEVEL SWITCH

4 - MASTER CYLINDER

5 - MOUNTING BOLT

6 - GROMMETS

Install the prop rod on the brake pedal to keep pressure on the brake system.
Remove the reservoir cap (1) and siphon fluid into a drain container. Refer to Fig 1.
Remove the electrical connector from the fluid level switch (3) in the reservoir (2). Refer to Fig 1.
Remove the reservoir mounting bolt (5). Refer to Fig 1.
Remove the reservoir (2) from the master cylinder (4) by pulling upwards.
Remove old grommets from cylinder body. Refer to Fig 1.