Repair Procedures: Removal

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NOTE: Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if brake fluid does contact the paint, wash it off immediately with water.

Remove air cleaner assembly (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Air Cleaner Assembly
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Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connector (A), and remove the reservoir cap (B).

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Fluid Level Switch Connector And Reservoir Cap
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Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir (C) with a syringe.
Disconnect the brake lines (A) from the master cylinder. To prevent spills, cover the hose joints with rags or shop towels.

Fig 3: Brake Lines And Hose On Master Cylinder With Torque Specifications
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Remove the master cylinder mounting nuts (B) and washers.
Remove the master cylinder (C) from the brake booster. Be careful not to bend or damage the brake lines when removing the master cylinder.