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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2005 🢒 GTO 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Clutch 🢒 Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement

Tools Required

J 36221 Hydraulic Clutch Line Separator

Removal Procedure
  1. Disable the supplemental inflatable restraints (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.
  2. Remove the left instrument panel (I/P) lower insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.

    3. Object Number: 1340579 Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the clutch master cylinder push rod (1) from the clutch pedal pin.

    4. Object Number: 1343617 Size: SH
  4. Remove the clutch master cylinder reservoir retaining bolt (1).
  5. Position the clutch master cylinder out of the way.
  6. Remove the brake booster assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Power Vacuum Brake Booster Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.
  7. Disconnect the hydraulic pipe from the clutch master cylinder.
  8. Cap the hydraulic pipe to prevent contamination to the system.
  9. Remove the clutch master cylinder retaining nuts.
  10. Remove the clutch master cylinder and reservoir from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1340583 Size: SH
  1. Install the clutch master cylinder and gasket into the opening in front of the dash.

    2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  2. Install the clutch master cylinder retaining nuts (3).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the clutch master cylinder nuts (3) to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  3. Connect the hydraulic pipe to the clutch master cylinder.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the clutch master cylinder hydraulic pipe to 10 N·m (7 lb ft).

  4. Install the brake vacuum booster. Refer to Power Vacuum Brake Booster Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.

    5. Object Number: 1343617 Size: SH
  5. Install the clutch master cylinder fluid reservoir and bolt (1) to the brake master cylinder.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 10 N·m (7 lb ft).

  6. Check the clutch hydraulic reservoir hose for twists or kinks.

    7. Object Number: 1340686 Size: SH

    Important: Ensure the quick connect retaining clips are fully engaged in the groove (1).

  7. Install the clutch master push rod (1) to the clutch pedal pivot pin.
  8. Install the left driver side instrument panel insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  9. Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding .