Clutch Fluid Reservoir: Service and Repair
Clutch Master Cylinder and Reservoir
Removal and Installation
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1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Jacking and Lifting Service and Repair.
2. NOTE: Clean the area around the quick disconnect coupling.
Using the Hydraulic Line Disconnect Tool, disconnect the hydraulic tube from the clutch slave cylinder.
3. Remove the 2 screws and the lower steering column finish panel.
4. Remove the 5 bolts and the lower reinforcement panel.
5. Disconnect the Clutch Pedal Position (CPP) switch electrical connector.
6. Disconnect the clutch master cylinder rod from the clutch pedal arm.
7. Remove the CPP switch.
- Lift the upper cover from the lock tabs and pull the upper cover up.
- Rotate and remove the CPP switch from the clutch master cylinder rod.
8. Remove the clutch reservoir.
9. Remove the 3 pushpins, 4 bolts, 4 screws and the inner fender splash shield.
10. Unclip the hydraulic tube-to-frame retainer.
11. Unlock and remove the clutch master cylinder assembly.
- Turn the clutch master cylinder counterclockwise 45 degrees to unlock it from the support bracket.
12. Remove the clutch reservoir, the hydraulic tube and the clutch master cylinder as an assembly.
13. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install a new push rod retainer.
- Refill the clutch reservoir with the specified fluid.
- Depress and release the clutch pedal 15 strokes.
