Master Cylinder Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Insight and 2010 Honda Insight. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the master cylinder (see MASTER CYLINDER REPLACEMENT ).
Inspect and note these items:
- Before reassembling, check that all parts are free of dirt and other foreign particles.
- Do not try to disassemble the master cylinder assembly. Replace the master cylinder assembly with a new part, if necessary.
- Do not allow dirt or foreign matter to contaminate the brake fluid.
Fig 1: Identifying Master Cylinder Components
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the master cylinder (see MASTER CYLINDER REPLACEMENT ).