Repair Procedures: Removal

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Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
Remove the battery (A) and ECM (B).

Fig 1: Locating Battery And ECM
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Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connector (A), and remove the reservoir cap.

Fig 2: Locating Brake Fluid Level Switch Connector
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Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir with a syringe.
CAUTION:
- 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.
Disconnect the brake tube (A) from the master cylinder by loosening the tube flare nut.
Tightening Torque:

ABS: 12.7 - 16.7 N.m (1.3 - 1.7 kgf.m, 9.4 - 12.3 lb.ft)

ESC: 18.6 - 22.6 N.m (1.9 - 2.3 kgf.m, 13.7 - 16.6 lb.ft)

Fig 3: Locating Brake Tube And Clutch Hose
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Remove the clutch hose (B). [MT only]
Remove the master cylinder (B) from the brake booster after loosening the mounting nuts (A).
Tightening Torque:

9.8 - 15.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.6 kgf.m, 7.2 - 11.2 lb.ft)

Fig 4: Locating Master Cylinder And Mounting Nuts
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