Without VDC Models: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Murano. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Remove the reservoir tank only when absolutely necessary.

Using a flat-bladed screwdriver as shown in the figure, lift up the tabs on the stopper cap and remove it from the master cylinder. The piston inside the master cylinder might pop out when this is done, so hold the stopper cap down at the same time.

Fig 1: Lifting Up Tabs On Stopper Cap Using Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
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Place the side flange of cylinder body with chamfering around the pin insertion hole facing up, and firmly set master cylinder assembly in a vise.
CAUTION:
- When setting the master cylinder assembly with the vise, be sure not to over- tighten.
- When setting securing with a vise, use copper plates or cloth to protect the flange.
Fig 2: Placing Side Flange Of Cylinder Body
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Using a pin punch [commercial service tool: diameter approximately 4 mm (0.16 in)], remove mounting pins on the reservoir tank.
Remove master cylinder assembly from vise.
Remove reservoir tank and grommet from cylinder body.

Fig 3: Removing Mounting Pins On Reservoir Tank Using Pin Punch
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Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, push in the piston and remove piston stopper from cylinder body.
Carefully pull the primary piston assembly straight out to prevent cylinder inner wall from being damaged.

Fig 4: Pushing Piston And Removing Piston Stopper From Cylinder Body Using Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
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Tap flange using a soft block such as wood, and carefully pull the secondary piston assembly straight out to prevent cylinder inner wall from being damaged.

Fig 5: Pulling Secondary Piston Assembly Straight Out To Cylinder

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