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Master Cylinder

NOTE: If master cylinder has been disassembled or if reservoir becomes empty, bleed air from master cylinder.
  1. Remove air cleaner assembly with hose.
  2. Using special tool (09023-00100), disconnect brake lines from master cylinder.
  3. Slowly depress brake pedal and hold it.
  4. Block off outer holes with your fingers and release the brake pedal.
  5. Repeat  3 and  4 several times.
  6. Connect brake lines. Install air cleaner assembly with hose. Bleed brake lines. See BRAKE LINE .
  7. Check fluid level in reservoir and add fluid if necessary.