Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Buick Lucerne. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the brake master cylinder reservoir to the master cylinder if it was removed previously. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Replacement .
Bench bleed the master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Bench Bleeding .

Fig 1: View Of Master Cylinder

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Install the master cylinder to the vacuum brake booster.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the 2 brake master cylinder mounting nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the 2 brake master cylinder mounting nuts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Remove the plugs from the brake pipes.
Install the brake pipes to the master cylinder.
Tighten: Tighten the brake pipe fittings at the master cylinder to 29 N.m (21 lb ft).
Connect the electrical connector to the brake fluid level sensor.
Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) .