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Master Cylinder: Reassembly

CAUTION: Do not install check valve in disc brake outlet, as this will cause disc brakes to lock up.
  1. Install check valve and spring in drum brake outlet (if removed). Using a spare tubing nut, press tube seat insert into place (if removed). Turn nut until tube seat insert bottoms. Remove nut and inspect outlet for burrs or shavings.
  2. Coat bore of cylinder and piston assemblies with clean brake fluid. Install secondary and primary piston assemblies into bore. Press primary piston inward and install snap ring. Press primary piston inward and install stop bolt (if equipped). Install push rod (if equipped).
  3. Install fluid control valve using a 12 mm socket on Ford Motor Co. diagonal split master cylinder.
    Fig 1: Ford Motor Co. Diagonal Split Master Cylinder
    G26927Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install proportioning valves, failure warning switch and switch piston assembly on General Motors diagonal split master cylinder.
  5. On 2-piece master cylinders, lubricate grommets with clean brake fluid and install in master cylinder making sure that they are properly seated. Place reservoir on hard surface and install plastic reservoir with a rocking motion.
  6. Fill reservoir with clean brake fluid and bleed master cylinder.