Brake Fluid Level Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

Brake Fluid Level Indicator Switch Replacement (without RPO LAT) (2.4L Non Hybrid and 3.6L)
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning (Brake Fluid Irritant Warning).

Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution (Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution).

Removal Procedure




1. Disconnect the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector.
2. Remove and discard the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir.
3. Remove the master cylinder reservoir bolt (1).




4. Remove the reservoir (1) from the master cylinder.




5. Remove the fluid level indicator switch (1) from the master cylinder.
Compress the locking tabs on the switch from the underside of the master cylinder reservoir.

Installation Procedure

1. Clean the reservoir with denatured alcohol.
2. Dry the reservoir with filtered, non-lubricated compressed air.




3. Install the fluid level indicator switch (1) to the master cylinder.
Ensure the locking tabs on the switch are fully engaged to the master cylinder reservoir.




4. Install the reservoir (1) to the master cylinder.





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

5. Install the master cylinder reservoir bolt (1) and tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb in).
6. Connect the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector.
7. Fill the master cylinder reservoir. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling (Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling).