Master Cylinder
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Escape, 2003 Ford Escape, and 2002 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The brake master cylinder is a dual-piston type. The brake master cylinder operates as follows:
- When the brake pedal is depressed, pressure is applied by mechanical linkage to the primary and secondary piston.
- Brake master cylinder pistons apply hydraulic pressure to the two hydraulic circuits.
The brake master cylinder consists of the following components:
- Brake master cylinder reservoir.
- Brake master cylinder body.
- Primary piston.
- Secondary piston.
- Snap ring.
Whenever the brake master cylinder is removed from the brake booster, new nuts must be installed.