Operating Cylinder: Removal

CAUTION: Brake fluid spilled on the vehicle body will harm the paint surface; therefore, wash it off with water and wipe clean quickly if spilled.

Disconnect the ground cable from battery. <Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note.>
NOTE: For models other than STI model, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
Remove the collector cover. (Except for STI model) <Ref. to REMOVAL , Collector Cover.>
Remove the intercooler. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Intercooler.> <Ref. to REMOVAL , Intercooler.>
Remove the starter. (STI model) <Ref. to REMOVAL , Starter.>
Disconnect the clutch hose.
CAUTION:
- Cover the hose joint to prevent the brake fluid from flowing out.
- Do not loosen or remove the cap bolts.
- STI model
Fig 1: Clutch Hose, Operating Cylinder, Cap Bolt (STI Model)
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- Except for STI model
Fig 2: Clutch Hose, Operating Cylinder, Cap Bolt (Except For STI Model)
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Remove the operating cylinder.

STI model

Fig 3: Locating Operating Cylinder Bolts (STI Model)
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Except for STI model

Fig 4: Locating Operating Cylinder Bolts (Except For STI Model)

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