Removal and Replacement

Brake Master Cylinder

Material:

Removal and Installation

WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION seek medical advice. In the USA or Canada on Ford/Motorcraft products call: 1-800-959-3673. For additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.

1. Remove the air cleaner and air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to Fuel Delivery and Air Induction.
2. Remove the battery and battery tray. For additional information, refer to Battery.
3. Disconnect the brake fluid level switch electrical connector.
4. Using a suitable suction device, remove the brake fluid from the brake master cylinder reservoir.
5. Disconnect the master cylinder brake tube fittings, plug the brake tubes and the brake master cylinder ports.
^ To install, tighten to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs).
6. Remove the 2 brake master cylinder nuts.
^ To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs).
7. Remove the brake master cylinder and reservoir.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ Bleed the master cylinder and brake system.