FAQ for Brake Master Cylinder Repair
Q: What should be noted when filling the Master Cylinder Reservoir?
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You should be careful not to overfill the brake fluid reservoir. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir may cause the brake fluid to overflow onto the engine exhaust components during brake system service.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the master cylinder tube nuts?
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The recommended torque is 15 N.m (11 ft. lbs.).
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the brake booster mounting nuts?
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The recommended torque is 25 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
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01/11/2022 Q: How to disassemble the Master Cylinder?
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You should remove the master cylinder, the reservoir cap, the master cylinder reservoir, and the seals. In addition, you should inspect the master cylinder for scoring or corrosion and then clean the components.
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01/11/2022 Q: How to fill the Master Cylinder Reservoir?
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First, you should clean the reservoir cap. Next, you should remove the twist cap and the diaphragm. Finally, you should reinstall the cap and the diaphragm when the reservoir is full.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be noted when replacing the master cylinder?
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You should be careful not to use abrasives in the bore.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be noted when clamping the flange on the master cylinder body in a vise?
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You should be careful not to overtighten vise, or damage to the master cylinder will result.
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01/11/2022 Q: How to remove the Master Cylinder Reservoir?
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First, you should remove the ABS hydraulic modulator/master cylinder, clamp the flange on the master cylinder body in a vise, and drive out the spring pins. Next, you should remove the reservoir body and the O-rings. Finally, you should inspect the reservoir for cracks or deformation.
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01/11/2022 Q: How to install the Master Cylinder?
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First, you should install the master cylinder reservoir, the master cylinder, and the master cylinder mounting nuts. In addition, you should connect the fluid level sensor electrical connector and the brake pipes. Next, you should fill the master cylinder reservoir and bleed the brake system.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be noted when disassembling the Master Cylinder?
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You should not disturb or remove the screw which retains the primary spring to the secondary piston.
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