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Removal and Installation

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WARNING: Do not use any fluid other than clean brake fluid meeting manufacturer's specification. Additionally, do not use brake fluid that has been previously drained. Following these instructions will help prevent system contamination, brake component damage and the risk of serious personal injury.
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NOTE: Do not spill brake fluid on painted or plastic surfaces or damage to the surface may occur. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water.
  1. Remove the brake fluid reservoir. For additional information, refer to Removal and Installation .
  2. If equipped with a manual transmission, disconnect the clutch master cylinder feed hose.
    • Plug the clutch master cylinder feed hose.
  3. Disconnect the brake master cylinder brake tube fittings, plug the brake tubes and the brake master cylinder ports.
    • Non-hybrid vehicles:  To install, tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).
    • Hybrid vehicles:  To install, tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
  4. Remove the 2 brake master cylinder nuts.
    • To install, tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
    NOTE: Use only hand tools to remove and install the fasteners or damage to the booster may occur.
  5. Remove the brake master cylinder.
    • Bleed the master cylinder. For additional information, refer to BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING .
    • If equipped with a manual transmission, bleed the clutch master cylinder. For additional information, refer to CLUTCH SYSTEM BLEEDING .
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    NOTE: Do not allow the flexible portion of the brake tubes to twist during installation, or damage to the brake tubes may occur.
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