Repair Procedures: Removal
- Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
- Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
- Disconnect the brake fluid level sensor connector (A).
- Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir with a syringe.NOTE:
- Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle, it may damage the paint; if brake fluid does contact the paint, wash it off immediately with water.
- Make sure no dirt or other foreign matter is allowed to contaminate the brake fluid.
- Separate the brake tube (A) from the master cylinder by loosening the tube flare nut.
Tightening torque:
18.6 - 22.6 N.m (1.9 - 2.3 kgf.m, 13.7 - 16.6 lb-ft)
- Remove the master cylinder (A) after loosening the master cylinder nuts.
Tightening torque:
12.7 - 15.7 N.m (1.3 - 1.6 kgf.m, 9.4 - 11.6 lb-ft)
- Separate the reservoir from the master cylinder after remove the screw (A).