When the master cylinder piston jams (due to corrosion, breakage of the return springs), incomplete release of all wheels may occur

A defect such as a "failure" of the brake pedal may also occur

Overhauling the master cylinder often does not lead to the desired results, so it is recommended to replace the master cylinder as an assembly.

Replacing the brake master cylinder

Special key

You will need a key to unscrew the brakes for work brake pipes, a 10, 13 key and screwdrivers.

Removing the engine compartment soundproofing and windshield frame trims (article - Removing and installing windshield trims Lada Priora)

Replacing the brake master cylinder

Pump out the brake fluid from the cylinder reservoir with a rubber bulb or syringe

Replacing the brake master cylinder

Unscrew the two nuts using a special key for fastening the brake pipes to the brake master cylinder

Replacing the brake master cylinder

Disconnect the brake pipes and move them to the side

Block the holes in the pipes using the plugs from the bleeder cylinders

Replacing the brake master cylinder

If necessary, remove the reservoir from the master cylinder

Replacing the brake master cylinder

Using a 13 key, unscrew the two nuts securing the cylinder to the vacuum housing amplifier

Replacing the brake master cylinder

And remove the cylinder

This is what the cylinder looks like

We install the brake master cylinder in the reverse order.

Replacing the brake master cylinder

Pay attention to the rubber sealing ring, if it has become unusable, it must be replaced

After installing all the parts, bleed the brake hydraulic drive (described in the article - Replacing the brake fluid Lada Priora)

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