Kia Picanto: Brake System / Master Cylinder

Kia Picanto JA 2017-2023 Service & Repair Manual / Brake System / Brake System / Master Cylinder

Components and components location

Components

1. Brake booster assembly
2. Reservoir

3. Master cylinder

Repair procedures

Removal

1.	Switch "OFF" ignition and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

2.	Remove the battery and battery tray. G 1.0 MPI (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery") G 1.2 MPI (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery") F 1.0 MPI (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")

3.	Remove the brake fluid level sensor connector.

Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir with a syringe.

Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle as it may damage the paint. If brake fluid comes in contact with the paint, wash off immediately with water.

Disconnect the brake tube from the master cylinder by loosening the tube flare nut.

Tightening torque:

ABS : 12.7 - 16.7 N·m (1.3 - 1.7 kgf·m, 9.4 - 12.3 lb·ft)

ESC : 18.6 - 22.6 N·m (1.9 - 2.3 kgf·m, 13.7 - 16.6 lb·ft)

Loosen the master cylinder nut (A) and then remove the master cylinder.

Tightening torque:

9.8 - 15.7 N·m (1.0 - 1.6 kgf·m, 7.2 - 11.6 lb·ft)

Installation

1.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

2.	After installation, bleed the brake system. (Refer to Brake system - "Brake System")

Brake Booster

Components and components location Components 1. Brake booster assembly 2. Reservoir 3. Master cylinder ...

Brake Line

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