OEM 2005 Chevrolet Corvette Brake Master Cylinder

2005 Chevrolet Corvette Brake Master Cylinder Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to overhaul the brake master cylinder on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette?

  A: Before you start you must remove the master cylinder from the vehicle and clamp its mounting flange in a vise with space to access the back of the primary Piston. At first clean the area around the cap of the master cylinder reservoir then check the parts inside for damage before replacing them. The master cylinder reservoir must be detached and a round-ended tool used to push down the primary Piston before removing the Piston retainer, and the primary Piston assembly. Duet the holes of ports and connect front outlet tube to an airflow generator applying filtered non-lubed air to extract the secondary seal unit. Take out the main Piston piece along with the Piston retainer and both seals that belong to the secondary Piston. Use denatured alcohol to wash the master cylinder's inside and outside while replacing it when damage shows up during examination. Use filtered non-oiled air to dry components and add delco supreme 11 liquid brake fluid (GM P/N 12377967 or equivalent) to the master cylinder bore, secondary Piston , return spring, and all service parts from a fresh sealed container. Place the new primary seal and retainer onto the secondary Piston with its secondary seal installed. Put in the return spring and secondary Piston assembly lubricated with new primary Piston set after placing them into the cylinder bore. Depress the primary Piston with a smooth tool before adding its new retainer piece. Attach the master cylinder reservoir components and finally place the master cylinder in its vehicle position.