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Master Cylinder Reservoir Replacement (J92)



Master Cylinder Reservoir Replacement (J92)

Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution .

Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice .


1. Place the ignition switch in the OFF position.
2. Remove the brake fluid from the brake master cylinder reservoir and discard into an approved container.
3. Disconnect the brake fluid level sensor electrical connector.




4. Disconnect the brake master cylinder reservoir return hose quick connect (1) and position the hose aside.
5. Disconnect the brake master cylinder reservoir supply hose quick connect (2) and position the hose aside.




6. Remove the brake master cylinder reservoir pins (1).




7. Lift the master cylinder (1) straight up and remove the reservoir from the master cylinder.




8. Remove the 3 master cylinder reservoir seals (1).



Installation Procedure





1. Install the 3 master cylinder reservoir seals (1).
Lubricate the master cylinder reservoir seals and the outer surface area of the reservoir-to-housing barrels with Delco Supreme 11(R), GM P/N 12377967 (Canadian P/N 992667) or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container.




2. Install the master cylinder reservoir (1) to the master cylinder.
Ensure the master cylinder reservoir is seated fully into the master cylinder by pressing the reservoir straight down into the master cylinder.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .





3. Install the brake master cylinder reservoir pins (1).

Tighten the pins to 8 N.m (71 lb in).





4. Connect the brake master cylinder reservoir return hose quick connect (1).
5. Connect the brake master cylinder reservoir supply hose quick connect (2).
6. Connect the brake fluid level sensor electrical connector.
7. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling (Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling) .