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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the master cylinder from the vehicle. Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement .
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the fluid level sensor.
  3. Remove the master cylinder fluid level sensor. Refer to Brake Fluid Level Indicator Switch Replacement .
  4. Drain the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir.
  5. Fig 1: Removing/Installing Reservoir Retaining Pins
    GM176838Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Carefully tap back the retaining pins until clear of master cylinder reservoir.
  7. Fig 2: View Of Master Cylinder Reservoir & Seals
    GM153127Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Remove the master cylinder reservoir from the master cylinder.
  9. Remove the seals from the master cylinder reservoir.