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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Master Cylinder
    GM177372Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Bench bleed the master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Bench Bleeding .
  2. Install the master cylinder to the vacuum brake booster.
  3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the master cylinder mounting nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the master cylinder mounting nuts to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

  5. Remove the plugs from the brake pipes
  6. Connect the brake pipes to the master cylinder.

    Tighten:  Tighten the brake pipe fittings at the master cylinder to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

  7. Connect the electrical connector to the brake fluid level sensor.
  8. Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual)  or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) .