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Operating Cylinder: Assembly

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NOTE: When assembling, apply operating oil on all parts while performing work.

Recommended brake fluid 

FMVSS No. 116, new DOT3 or DOT4 brake fluid 

  1. Attach the piston spring onto the piston.
    NOTE: The illustration below is for a non-turbo model.
    Fig 1: Identifying Piston And Piston Spring
    G05336428Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Insert the piston into the operating cylinder.
  3. Attach the boot to the push rod.
  4. Install the boot and push rod to the operating cylinder.
    Fig 2: Identifying Boot And Push Rod
    G05336426Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.