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Brake Fluid Level Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

The master cylinder or brake fluid reservoir does not have to be removed from the vehicle for replacement of the brake fluid level sensor.

Fluid Level Sensor Electrical Connection:





1. Remove wiring harness connector from brake fluid reservoir level sensor.

Master Cylinder Brake Fluid Level Sensor:





2. Using fingers, compress the retaining tabs on the end of brake fluid level switch.
3. With retaining tabs compressed, grasp opposite end of brake fluid level switch and pull it out of master cylinder brake fluid reservoir.
4. Insert the replacement brake fluid level sensor into brake fluid reservoir. Be sure sensor is pushed in until retaining tabs lock it to the brake fluid reservoir.
5. Connect the vehicle wiring harness connector to the brake fluid level sensor.