Brake Fluid Reservoir (G2214058): Removal

WARNING: This procedure contains steps that require component removal in close proximity to High Voltage (HV) cables or connectors. Extra care must be taken during these steps to avoid damage or excessive movement of the High Voltage (HV) cables or connectors.

CAUTION:

Before disconnecting any components, make sure the area is clean and free from foreign material. When disconnected all openings must be sealed.
Do not allow dirt or foreign liquids to enter the reservoir. Use only new brake fluid of the correct specification from airtight containers. Do not mix brands of brake fluid as they may not be compatible.
If brake fluid is spilt on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.

NOTE:

This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.

The following step(s) applies to:

All vehicles

Using the Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) approved diagnostic equipment, select 'Activate Control Module Manufacturing Service Mode'.
General Equipment : Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment
If the JLR approved diagnostic equipment is not available, disconnect the 12V system and make sure the smart key is not inside the vehicle. So that the brake booster Module is inactive and safe. Refer to: 12V SYSTEM DISCONNECT .
The following step(s) applies to:

Right-hand drive vehicles
Remove the Electric Vehicle battery coolant expansion tank.
Refer to: ELECTRIC VEHICLE BATTERY COOLANT EXPANSION TANK .

The following step(s) applies to:

Left-hand drive vehicles
Remove the Electric Drive Unit (EDU) coolant expansion tank.
Refer to: ELECTRIC DRIVE UNIT COOLANT EXPANSION TANK .

The following step(s) applies to:

All vehicles
Remove the windshield wiper motor and linkage.
Refer to: WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR (G2219038)
- Remove the brake fluid reservoir cap.
- Using a syringe, remove the brake fluid from the reservoir.
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Remove the brake fluid level sensor from the reservoir.
CAUTION: Make sure to use a lint free cloth when disconnecting and to catch escaping fluid.

NOTE: Make sure the low pressure return pipe is an upright and high position, failure to follow this step will allow fluid to drain from the module.

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Disconnect the low pressure return pipe.
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Remove the brake fluid reservoir
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Remove and discard 2 brake fluid reservoir seals.