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Removal and Installation

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WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
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CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.
  1. Disconnect the brake fluid level switch electrical connector.
  2. Use a suitable suction device to drain the brake master cylinder reservoir.
  3. Pull upward on the brake master cylinder reservoir to remove.
  4. NOTE: Whenever installing a brake master cylinder reservoir, install new grommets.
  5. Remove the 2 brake fluid reservoir grommets.
    • To install, lubricate the 2 grommets with DOT 3 brake fluid.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Press the brake master cylinder reservoir into the grommets until it is fully seated.