Master Cylinder: Removal

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Thoroughly drain the clutch fluid from the reservoir tank.
Remove the snap pin and clevis pin, and then separate the push rod of the master cylinder from clutch pedal.

Fig 1: Identifying Clevis Pin, Snap Pin, Push Rod And Lock Nut
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Remove the air intake boot assembly. < Refer to REMOVAL , Air Intake Boot. >
Remove the clutch pipe from the master cylinder.
Remove the master cylinder and reservoir tank as a unit.

CAUTION: Be careful not to spill the clutch fluid. Clutch fluid spilled on the vehicle body will harm the paint surface; wash it off with water and wipe clean quickly if spilled.

Fig 2: Identifying Master Cylinder And Clutch Pipe

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