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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2008 🢒 Vivant 🢒 Brakes 🢒 Hydraulic Brakes 🢒 Master Cylinder Reservoir Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 1265682 Size: SH

    Important: Remove the brake fluid reservoir only when it must be replaced because of damage or leaks.

  1. Disconnect the brake fluid level sensor connector.
  2. Drain the brake fluid.
  3. Disconnect the brake hoses from the brake fluid reservoir.

    4. Object Number: 1265683 Size: SH
  4. Remove the brake fluid reservoir mounting nuts.
  5. Remove the brake fluid reservoir.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1265683 Size: SH
  1. Install the brake fluid reservoir.
  2. Install the brake fluid reservoir mounting nuts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the mounting nuts to 6 N·m(4 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1265682 Size: SH
  3. Connect the brake hose to the brake fluid reservoir.
  4. Add brake fluid.
  5. Connect the brake fluid level sensor connector.
  6. Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding .
  7. Inspect the system for leaks.