Master Cylinder Replacement; Master Cylinder Inspection - Honda 2004 Odyssey Service Manual

Conventional Brake Components

Master Cylinder Replacement

Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may
damage the paint; if brake fluid does contact the
paint, wash it off immediately with water.
1. Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connectors
(A), and remove the reservoir cap (B).
G
C
E
25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m, 18 lbf·ft)
2. Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder
reservoir (C) with a syringe.
3. Disconnect the brake lines (D) from the master
cylinder. To prevent spills, cover the hose joints
with rags or shop towels.
4. Remove the master cylinder mounting nuts (E).
5. Remove the master cylinder (F) from the brake
booster (G). Be careful not to bend or damage the
brake lines when removing the master cylinder.
6. Install the master cylinder in the reverse order of
removal.
19-16 19-16
B
D
A
ABS:
10 x 1.0 mm
15 N·m
(1.5 kgf·m,
11 lbf·ft)
ABS/TCS:
12 x 1.0 mm
19 N·m
(1.9 kgf·m,
14 lbf·ft)
F

Master Cylinder Inspection

NOTE:
• Before reassembling, check that all parts are free of
dust and other foreign particles.
• Do not try to disassemble the master cylinder
assembly. Replace the master cylinder assembly with
a new part if necessary.
• Do not allow dirt or foreign matter to contaminate the
brake fluid.
SCREW
SEAL
Check for damage and
deterioration.
RESERVOIR CAP
Check for blockage
of vent holes.
RESERVOIR SEAL
Check for damage and
deterioration.
STRAINER
Remove accumulated
sediment.
RESERVOIR
Check for damage.
GROMMETS
Check for damage and
deterioration.
MASTER CYLINDER
Check for leaks, rust, and
damage.