OEM Ford Escape Clutch Master Cylinder

Ford Escape Clutch Master Cylinder Parts and Q&A

• Master Cylinder
  5L8Z-7A543-AB
  Q: How to remove and replace the clutch master cylinder on Ford Escape?

  A:

  The process of clutch master cylinder change starts with blocking both the Brake Master Cylinder and clutch master cylinder hose after disconnecting the hose from the brake master cylinder to avoid fluid leaks. Secondly you will need to remove the two binding nuts that maintain the clutch master cylinder before installation where you should torque them to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.). Remove the clutch master cylinder push rod together with the clutch hydraulic fluid tube fitting while plugging the tube to stop contamination. Secure the clutch master cylinder using the reverse process of its removal while completing system air bleeding routines. Pay attention to brake fluid because it damages car paint and plastic surfaces thus visible spills must receive swift cold water cleanup. American customers requiring emergency medical information about Ford/Motorcraft products should contact 1-800-959-3673 while the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) must be consulted when available.
• Master Cylinder
  3L8Z-7A543-C
  Q: How to service and repair the clutch master cylinder on Ford Escape?

  A:

  The clutch push rod retainer's orientation must be noted before servicing the clutch master cylinder because its removal and installation should not damage the retainer; replacement of the retainer clip is necessary when damage occurs. First disconnect the clutch master cylinder rod that connects to the clutch pedal and thereafter remove the clutch pedal bracket nut using proper tools. Exercise caution by washing your hands well because brake fluid contains polyglyeol ethers and polyglyeols which can irritate your tissue; if you get fluid in your eyes flush them with running water for 15 minutes then seek medical help for persistent irritation. After water intake and vomiting induction seek professional medical help for immediate care. Brake fluid poses damage to both painted surfaces and plastic materials thus requiring immediate washing off with water upon any spillage. To begin the brake flush procedure start by plugging the clutch master cylinder hose then remove the clutch master cylinder hose before disconnecting the clutch slave cylinder tube from the clutch master cylinder. Start by detaching the clutch master cylinder by removing its nut and its subsequent physical removal. The installation requires following the removal steps in reverse order while placing the push rod retainer in its proper position followed by air bleeding of the system.