Overhaul

Brake Master Cylinder: Disassembly and Assembly

Brake Master Cylinder










Disassembly

CAUTION:

- Master cylinder sub-assembly cannot be disassembled.
- Remove reservoir tank only when absolutely necessary.
- While working, cover the primary piston rod with a cloth to prevent it from being damaged.
- Never use mineral oils such as kerosene, gasoline during the cleaning and assembly process.
- Do not drop parts. If a part is dropped, do not use it.

1) Secure the flange of the master cylinder sub-assembly in a vise.






CAUTION:
- Use copper plates or a cloth to cover the flange before securing it in the vise.
- When securing the master cylinder sub-assembly in a vise, be sure not to over-tighten the vise.

2) Remove the pin and pull the reservoir tank off of the master cylinder sub-assembly.
3) Remove the grommets from the master cylinder sub-assembly body.

CAUTION:
Do not reuse grommets.

4) Remove the restriction washer from the master cylinder sub-assembly body.

CAUTION:
Do not reuse restriction washer.

5) Remove the fluid level sensor.

Assembly

Assembly is in the reverse order of disassembly.

CAUTION:

- Master cylinder sub-assembly cannot be disassembled.
- Remove reservoir tank only when absolutely necessary.
- While working, cover the primary piston rod with a cloth to prevent it from being damaged.
- Never use mineral oils such as kerosene, gasoline during the cleaning and assembly process.
- Do not drop parts. If a part is dropped, do not use it.