Master Cylinder-RHD: Removal

NOTE: These models are equipped with a one-piece master/slave cylinder assembly. If the master cylinder requires replacement, the master AND slave cylinder must be replaced with a two-piece "quick-connect" system. If the slave cylinder requires replacement, the slave cylinder is serviced separately.

NOTE: Replacement master cylinder assemblies come pre-filled with fluid. No fluid service or system bleeding should be required, unless the hydraulic system has lost an excessive amount of fluid and has ingested air into the slave cylinder assembly.

Disconnect battery negative cable.
Raise vehicle on hoist.
Remove slave cylinder from transaxle (Fig 1)

Fig 1: Removing Clutch Slave Cylinder at Transaxle- 2.0L Models
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Remove hydraulic hose (Fig 2) from the clips along the frame rail and the dash panel.

Fig 2: Removing Clutch Master Cylinder Components -RHD
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Lower vehicle.
Remove the two screws holding the master cylinder remote reservoir to the dash panel.
Disconnect the master cylinder push rod from the pedal pin. Inspect plastic retainer. If retainer is damaged in any way, it MUST be replaced.
Remove the clutch interlock/upstop switch cover plate and switch housing (Fig 3) from the master cylinder push rod.

Fig 3: Removing Clutch Interlock/Upstop Switch
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From the engine compartment, grasp the master cylinder body and rotate approximately 45° in a counter-clockwise direction.
Disengage the master cylinder from the pedal bracket assembly.
Remove the master cylinder from the vehicle. If difficulty is encountered in removing the master/slave cylinder assembly, cut the hydraulic tube to divide the system into two pieces and remove.