Brake Master Cylinder - Installation

INSTALLATION






CAUTION: When replacing master cylinder on vehicle, a NEW vacuum seal (1) MUST be installed on master cylinder.

1. Thoroughly bleed master cylinder before installing it on vehicle Procedures.
2. Install new vacuum seal (1) on rear of master cylinder (2) making sure seal fits squarely in mounting groove.





3. Position master cylinder (3) on studs of power brake booster, aligning booster push rod with master cylinder piston.
4. Install two master cylinder mounting nuts (2). Tighten mounting nuts to 15 Nm (133 in. lbs.).





5. Thread primary (3) and secondary (2) brake tubes into master cylinder primary and secondary ports. Tighten tube nuts to 20 Nm (177 in. lbs.).





6. Connect wiring harness connector (4) to brake fluid level sensor (2) mounted in brake fluid reservoir (1).





7. Connect negative battery cable (2) to battery post. It is important that this is performed properly.






WARNING: Be certain a firm brake pedal is achieved prior to attempting vehicle operation. If a firm brake pedal cannot be achieved, bleed entire brake hydraulic system and check for leaks. Service and Repair

8. Fill master cylinder fluid reservoir (1) with clean, fresh Mopar(R) Brake Fluid or equivalent.
9. Install access panel in cowl area.
10. Road test vehicle to ensure proper operation of brakes.