Master Cylinder: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the master cylinder to the vehicle body, and connect the clutch pipe to the master cylinder.
Tightening torque:

T1: 15 N.m (1.5 kgf-m, 11.1 ft-lb)

T2: 18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m. 13.3 ft-lb)

Fig 1: Master Cylinder Nuts With Torque Specification
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Connect the push rod of the master cylinder to the clutch pedal, and install the clevis pin and snap pin.
CAUTION: Always use a new clevis pin.

NOTE: Apply grease to the clevis pin.

Fig 2: Grease Applying Area On Clevis Pin
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After bleeding air from the clutch system, ensure that the clutch operates properly. < Ref. to CLUTCH FLUID AIR BLEEDING . >
Install the air intake boot assembly. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Intake Boot . >