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Clutch Master Cylinder: Removal

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  1. Remove trim under left side of instrument panel. Remove microfilter housing (1). See Fig 1 . Remove supply hose (1) from expansion tank. See Fig 2 . Remove retainer (1) and pull out bolts. Unfasten bolts. See Fig 3 and Fig 4 .
  2. Pull off retainer. Disconnect clutch master cylinder (2) from hydraulic line and remove with supply hose. See Fig 5 . Remove master cylinder from vehicle. Disconnect clutch master cylinder (2) from hydraulic line and remove with supply hose.
  3. Lever switch module (1) out of clutch master cylinder (2) with a screwdriver. Release plug connection (3) and disconnect plug (4) from switch module (1). See Fig 6 . During installation, switch module is protected against incorrect installation. Switch module must audibly snap into place. See Fig 7 .
Fig 1: Identifying Microfilter Housing
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Fig 2: Removing Supply Hose From Expansion Tank
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Fig 3: Removing Bolt Retainer
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Fig 4: Removing Bracket Bolts
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Fig 5: Removing Master Cylinder
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Fig 6: Levering Out Shift Element
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Fig 7: Shift Element Snapping Audibly Into Place
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