Replacing The Master Cylinder - Taylor-Dunn B0-T48-48 Taylor Truck T48 Operation Manual

MB-T48-01

Replacing the Master Cylinder

1. Make sure the key-switch is in the "OFF" position, then remove
2. Place the forward-reverse switch in the center "OFF" position.
3. Set the park brake.
4. Place blocks under the rear wheels to prevent vehicle
5. Disconnect the main positive and negative cables at the
6. Raise the front of the vehicle and support with jack stands.
Always use a lifting strap, hoist, and jack stands, of
adequate capacity to lift and support the vehicle. Failure
to use lifting and support devices of rated load capacity
may result in serious bodily injury.
7. Remove the cap from the master cylinder and bleed or drain out all of the brake fluid.
NOTE: The Master Cylinder has no internal replacement parts.
8. Remove the brake lines.
9. While supporting the master
cylinder, remove the mounting
bolts.
10. Install the new master cylinder
in reverse order.
11. Reinstall the brake lines.
12. Adjust the master cylinder push
rod so that it is between 1/16-
1/8" away from the master
cylinder plunger with the brake
pedal up.
13. Fill the master cylinder with DOT 3 brake fluid, 1/4" from the top of the master cylinder.
14. Using the appropriate procedure, bleed the brakes and check for leaks.
15. Check the brake fluid level again and fill as needed.
16. Lower the vehicle.
17. Reconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
18. Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
19. Release the park brake and test drive the vehicle.
the key.
movement.
batteries.
Bolt
Washer
Master Cylinder
SECTION 3
M a s t e r
Cylinder
PAGE 14
R e s e r v o i r
Nut