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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1263948  Size: SH

    Important: Before disconnecting the reservoir tank hose, remove the clutch/brake fluid from the reservoir tank. Right-hand drive vehicles use a separate clutch fluid reservoir.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Disconnect the spring clamp on the master cylinder. Remove the reservoir hose.

  3. Object Number: 1263950  Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the pipe connected to the master cylinder.

  5. Object Number: 1263952  Size: SH
  6. Remove the locking washer and the piston rod bolt from the clutch pedal and piston rod clevis.

  7. Object Number: 1263953  Size: SH
  8. Remove the lock nuts on the master cylinder bracket. Remove the master cylinder in the direction of the engine compartment.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1263953  Size: SH
  1. Install the master cylinder.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the lock nuts on the master cylinder bracket.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the lock nuts to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1263952  Size: SH
  5. Install the locking washer and piston rod bolt to the clutch pedal and piston rod clevis.

  6. Object Number: 1263950  Size: SH
  7. Connect the pipe to the master cylinder.

  8. Object Number: 1263948  Size: SH
  9. Install the reservoir hose.
  10. Connect the spring clamp to the master cylinder.
  11. Connect the negative battery cable.
  12. Bleed the air.
  13. Adjust the clutch pedal.