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Master Cylinder: Disassembly

  1. Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard any brake fluid in reservoir. Depress primary piston and remove lock ring. Apply compressed air at forward brake line hole while plugging rear hole. Pistons will be forced out of bore.
  2. Remove spring retainer and seals from secondary piston. Discard seals. Clamp master cylinder in vise by mounting ear and pry off reservoir.
  3. DO NOT  attempt to remove take-up valve from master cylinder as it is not serviceable. Remove reservoir grommets and discard.
Fig 1: Exploded View of Quick Take-Up Master Cylinder
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