Master Cylinder: Reassembly
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Lubricate all components, including cylinder bore, with clean brake fluid. Install NEW grommets and plastic reservoir. Carefully insert piston assembly into master cylinder bore. If cylinder is equipped with piston stop pin, depress piston and install pin. Install other piston assembly into cylinder. Depress piston and install snap ring in groove.