Master cylinder, removing and installing: Installing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volkswagen R32. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Installation is reverse of removal, note the following:

Fig 1: Identifying Retainer & Clutch Master Cylinder Operating Rod

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Locate mount - A - on operating rod - B - of master cylinder.
Pull piston rod slightly out of master cylinder and hold in place using pliers.
At same time, press clutch pedal in direction of arrow to engage and ensure correct engagement while doing so.

Fig 2: Installing Stop For Clutch Pedal Again

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Re-insert stop - A - for clutch pedal.

Installed position

The holder - arrow - points to the master cylinder - B -.

Bleed clutch system after installing clutch master cylinder → Clutch system, bleeding .