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Installation Procedure

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  1. Bench bleed the master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Bench Bleeding .
    Fig 1: View Of Master Cylinder
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  2. Install the master cylinder to the vacuum brake booster.
  3. Install the master cylinder mounting nuts.

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

    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  4. Remove the plugs from the brake pipes
  5. Connect the brake pipes to the master cylinder.

    Tighten:  Tighten the brake pipe fittings at the master cylinder to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

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