TextHow to replace a forklift master cylinder: Forklift brake systems typically use a master cylinder often mounted beneath the operator floor panel. The master cylinder is vital for your equipment’s brakes. The master cylinder works as a hydraulic pump that puts in brake fluid to convert brake pedal pressure into hydraulic pressure.
Instructions:
To start, remove the floor panels, find the master cylinder and go to work. This tutorial will show the replacement of a master cylinder on a Hyster 5000 pound forklift with a corresponding full video.
To start, remove your old master cylinder unit
Remove the old master cylinder unit
Next, remove the lines
Then, install the new master cylinder
Re-install pin and retaining clip
Fill reservoir with brake fluid
Test system and make adjustments
Bleed excess air from system
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Parts used in this tutorial:
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