Removing master cylinder

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing Master Cylinder

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove

the two brake pipes from the master cylinder, seal them off.
the reducing valve bolt.
the power brake booster fastening, bend the support out of the way.
the entire master cylinder.
the "O" ring.