Removing the master cylinder

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Master Cylinder

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

NOTE: Applies to certain versions only: Unhook the position sensor from the clutch pedal.

Remove:

the lock for the push rod on the clutch pedal. Unhook the push rod from the pedal
the nuts for the power brake booster
the screw and the nut for the master cylinder in the firewall.

Fig 2: Identifying Clutch Slave Cylinder

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Pull out the power brake booster so that its studs are supported against the firewall.

Remove the clutch slave cylinder.