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Master Cylinder: Removal

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  1. Thoroughly drain the brake fluid from the reservoir tank.
  2. Remove the snap pin and clevis pin, and then separate the push rod of the master cylinder from clutch pedal.
    Fig 1: Identifying Snap Pin, Clevis Pin, Push Rod And Push Rod Lock Nut
    G05327211Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the air intake chamber. (Non-turbo model) <Ref. to REMOVAL , Air Intake Chamber. >
  4. Remove the intercooler. (Turbo model)

    <Ref. to REMOVAL , Intercooler. >

  5. Remove the clutch pipe from master cylinder.
  6. Remove the master cylinder together with the reservoir tank.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to spill the brake fluid. Immediately wash off with water and wipe clean any brake fluid spilled on the vehicle body, as brake fluid will damage the painted surface.
    Fig 2: Identifying Fluid Level
    G04994740Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.