Brake fluid reservoir (Freelander 2)

Observe absolute cleanliness when handling these elements.

If brake fluid gets on the paintwork, immediately wash the affected area with cold water.

NOTE: The removal procedure description may contain installation steps.

Removal

All cars

1. Raise and support the vehicle.

WARNING: Ensure that the vehicle is supported securely.

Left-hand drive vehicles

2. Remove the battery. Refer to the procedure: Battery (414-01 Battery, Battery Fastener and Cables, Removal and Installation).

Right hand drive vehicles

3. Remove the collection chamber panel. Refer to procedure: Mixing Chamber (412-01 Climate Control, Removal and Installation).

All cars

4. Tightening torque: 6 Nm

CAUTION: Be prepared to collect spilled liquid.

Cars with manual transmission

5.

Prepare to collect spilled liquid. Plug all openings.

All cars



6.

CAUTION: Plug all openings.

Installation

All cars

1. When installing, perform the removal procedure in reverse order.

2. Bleed the brake system. Refer to procedure: Bleeding the Brake System (206-00 Brake System - General Information, General Procedures).

Cars with manual transmission

3. Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to procedure: Bleeding the Clutch System (308-00 Manual/Transaxle Transaxle and Clutch - General Information, General Procedures).