Brake Master Cylinder: Removal

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1. With the engine off, press the brake pedal 5 times to deplete the brake booster vacuum.

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2. Remove the battery. Refer to: Battery .
3. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe (201kW/273PS) . Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe (257kW/350PS) . Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe (209kW/284PS) .
4. Disconnect the brake fluid level sensor and detach the wiring retainer.

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5. NOTE: If the brake fluid is spilled on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.
   NOTE: Make sure all openings are sealed.

   Disconnect the brake tubes.

   Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

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6. NOTE: Make sure the master cylinder-to-brake booster seal is removed with the master cylinder.

   Remove the nuts and the brake master cylinder.

   Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)

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