Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying Vacuum Check Valve, Vacuum Brake Booster Grommet And Vacuum Brake Hose

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Deplete the vacuum from the vacuum brake booster by removing the vacuum check valve (1) from the vacuum brake booster grommet (4). Do not disconnect the vacuum check valve (1) from the vacuum brake hose (3).
Disconnect the electrical connector from the brake fluid level sensor.

Fig 2: View Of Brake Pipes At Master Cylinder

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Disconnect the brake pipes from the master cylinder.

Fig 3: View Of Master Cylinder Mounting Nuts

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IMPORTANT: Install a rubber cap or plug to the exposed brake pipe fitting end in order to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.

Plug the open brake pipe fitting ends.
Remove the 2 master cylinder mounting nuts.
Remove the master cylinder, ensure the master cylinder-to-vacuum brake booster seal for damage. Replace seal if necessary.
Remove the reservoir from the master cylinder if it is to be reused on a replacement master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Replacement .