One-way Valve Piston Disassembly Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Protege5, 2003 Mazda Protege, 2002 Mazda Protege5, and 2002 Mazda Protege. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

Hold a rag over the clutch master cylinder to prevent the piston and spring from jumping out.

Remove the piston by applying compressed air through the cylinder bore.

Fig 1: Removing Piston By Applying Compressed Air
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