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Master Cylinder: Installation

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  1. Install the master cylinder to the vehicle body, and connect the clutch pipe to the master cylinder.
    NOTE: Check that the pipe is routed properly.

    Tightening torque: 

    T1: 15 N.m (1.5 kgf-m, 10.8 ft-lb) 

    T2: 18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.0 ft-lb) 

    Fig 1: Identifying Master Cylinder
    G04991075Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Connect the push rod of the master cylinder to the clutch pedal, and install the clevis pin and snap pin.
    NOTE: Apply grease to the clevis pin.
    Fig 2: Identifying Snap Pin, Clevis Pin And Push Rod
    G05669747Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. After bleeding air from the clutch system, ensure that the clutch operates properly.

    < Ref. to CLUTCH FLUID AIR BLEEDING . >

  4. Install the air intake chamber. (Non-turbo model) < Ref. to INSTALLATION . >
  5. Install the intercooler. (Turbo model) < Ref. to INSTALLATION . >