Brake Master Cylinder: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All vehicles
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NOTE: Before removing the master cylinder, relieve the vacuum in the brake booster or the master cylinder O-ring seal may be drawn into the brake booster, causing brake booster failure and increased brake pedal effort.
Fully apply and release the brake pedal 5 times.
- Disconnect the battery. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect
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1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS)/2.5L Duratec (125kW/170PS)
- Disconnect the brake fluid level sensor electrical connector and detach the brake tube retainer.
2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4/2.7L EcoBoost (238kW/324PS)
- Disconnect the brake fluid level sensor electrical connector and detach the wiring retainers.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
All vehicles
NOTE: 2.0L EcoBoost engine shown in illustration. -
NOTE: If the brake fluid is spilled on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.NOTE: Make sure that all openings are sealed.
Disconnect the brake tube fittings.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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NOTE: Make sure that the master cylinder-to-booster seal is removed with the master cylinder.
Remove the nuts and the brake master cylinder. Discard the nuts.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)