Master Cylinder: Inspection

If any damage, deformation, wear, swelling, rust or other faults are found on the cylinder, piston, push rod, fluid reservoir, return spring, gasket, clutch damper, cylinder boot and hose replace the faulty part.

Fig 1: Identifying Master Cylinder Components

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1. Master cylinder body
2. Return spring
3. Piston
4. Snap ring
5. Push rod ASSY
6. Clutch damper
7. Cylinder boot