Purpose/Function
With the adoption of the master cylinder having an enlarged diameter (20.64 mm {0.8126 in}), brake pedal operability has been improved.
For vehicles with DSC, the diameter of the pipe between the master cylinder and the DSC HU/CM has been increased, improving response during DSC operation.
Construction
Except for the cap and brake fluid reserve tank, the master cylinder cannot be disassembled. Therefore, if there is any malfunction in the interior of the master cylinder, replace the cylinder component without disassembling.

Operation
When the brake pedal is depressed, the push rod of the power brake unit presses in the master cylinder piston. By pressing in the piston, pressure is applied to the brake fluid to operate the brakes.
Master Cylinder
Master Cylinder Removal/InstallationShift Control Module Removal/Installation [C66 M R]
Removal
1. Shift the shift lever to the neutral position.
2. Remove the plug hole plate..
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
4. Remove the air cleaner and air hose as a single unit..
5. Remove the battery and battery tray..
6. Disconnect the control cable from the transaxle.
a. ...
Rear Beltline Molding Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
Affix protective tape to the position shown in the figure.
1. Fully open the rear door glass.
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver and then detach the clip A in the
direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure.
3. Pull up the rear belt line molding in the di ...
Liftgate Garnish Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Liftgate upper trim.
b. Liftgate side trim.
c. Liftgate recess.
d. Liftgate lower trim.
3. Disconnect the connectors.
4. Remove nuts A.
5. Detach clips B shown in the figure.
6. Remove the liftgate ...