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Master Cylinder

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

Fig. 1: Exploded view of the clutch master cylinder mounting

  1. Draw fluid from the master cylinder reservoir with a syringe or like tool.
  2. Remove the instrument panel lower finish panel and steering column cover.
  3. Remove the clip and clevis pin from the master cylinder push rod.
  4. Disconnect the reservoir hose. With a line wrench, disconnect the clutch union line.
  5. Using a deep socket wrench, remove the mounting bolts and extract the master cylinder.

    To install:

  6. Attach the master cylinder and tighten the retaining bolts to 9 ft. lbs. (12 Nm).
  7. Finger tighten the union nut and then tighten it to 19 ft. lbs. (25 Nm).
  8. Install the clip and clevis pin to secure the push rod.
  9. Install and secure the steering column cover.
  10. Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Check for leaks, then inspect and adjust the clutch pedal.
  11. Connect the battery cable.

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