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Master Cylinder Removal/Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Mazda CX-5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the battery. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
  2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  4. After installation, add brake fluid, bleed the air, and inspect for fluid leakage. (See BRAKE FLUID AIR BLEEDING .)
Fig 1: Master Cylinder Components With Torque Specifications
G10936859Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION

1 Brake fluid level sensor connector
2 Clutch reserve hose (MTX)
(See Clutch Reserve Hose Removal Note (MTX) .)
(See Clutch Reserve Hose Installation Note (MTX) .)
3 Hose holder
4 Brake pipe
5 Nut
6 Bracket
7 Master cylinder
8 Cap
9 Brake fluid reserve tank
10 Cylinder component