NOTE:
Do not loosen lock nut (1) of push rod. Should it be loosened,
be sure to adjust and secure lock nut at the position within the
measurement “a”. Data in figure does not include gasket
thickness.
Length “a”: 102.0 – 103.0 mm (4.016 – 4.055 in.)
INSPECTION
Inspection all disassembled parts for wear or damage, and replace
parts if necessary.
NOTE:
Wash disassembled parts with brake fluid.
Do not reuse piston assembly.
Inspect master cylinder bore for scoring or corrosion. It is best to
replace corroded cylinder. Corrosion can be identified as pits or ex-
cessive roughness.
NOTE:
Polishing bore of master cylinder with cast aluminum body
with anything abrasive is prohibited, as damage to cylinder
bore may occur.
Rinse cylinder in clean brake fluid. Shake excess rinsing fluid from
cylinder. Do not use a cloth to dry cylinder, as lint from cloth cannot
be kept from cylinder bore surfaces.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Never use any mineral oil such as kerosene and gaso-
line when washing and assembling parts.
Check inside of cylinder wall, pistons and cup seals
are free from any foreign objects such as dust and dirt
and use case not to cause any damage with a tool dur-
ing assembly.
Do not drop parts. Do not use any part which has been
dropped.
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