Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Cadillac SRX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If installing a new master cylinder, bench bleed the master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Bench Bleeding .

Fig 1: Identifying Master Cylinder & O-Ring Seal

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NOTE: Ensure the O-ring seal is properly seated in the groove in the master cylinder body and is not distorted.

Install the master cylinder (1) and master cylinder O-ring seal (2).

Fig 2: Locating Master Cylinder Nuts

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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the master cylinder nuts (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 3: Identifying Master Cylinder Primary Brake Pipe Fitting

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Connect the master cylinder primary brake pipe fitting (1) and tighten to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
Connect the master cylinder secondary brake pipe fitting (2) and tighten to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
Connect the master cylinder fluid level indicator switch electrical connector.
Install the master cylinder heat shield, if equipped.

Fig 4: Identifying Master Cylinder Heat Shield Bolt

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Install the master cylinder heat shield bolt (1) and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 5: Identifying Master Cylinder Heat Shield Nuts

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NOTE: Lift the dash panel insulator slightly to install the upper master cylinder heat shield nut.

Install the master cylinder heat shield nuts (1) and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Install the radiator surge tank. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement (LF1) or Radiator Surge Tank Replacement (LAU) .
Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) .