Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes => Topic started by: Raymond on September 21, 2015, 02:11:04

Title: Brake Fluid Reservoir Removal
Post by: Raymond on September 21, 2015, 02:11:04

Can anyone suggest a good method of prying the brake fluid reservoir off of the master cylinder without breaking it?   I don't know the age of the reservoir.  I last had it off the car 11 years ago.  I've pulled and pried on it with a fair amount force but the grommets won't let go.  I'm worried if I exert too much force I'll crack the tank or break out a nipple.

Title: Re: Brake Fluid Reservoir Removal
Post by: jameshoward on September 21, 2015, 08:31:19

You could try a bit of heat. It does come off, of course, but they can sit on there pretty tight. It's obviously far easier to do off the car.

Title: Re: Brake Fluid Reservoir Removal
Post by: Baybear on September 21, 2015, 09:31:30

I use a trim removal tool that has a "Y" or "V" shaped end and pry it off.
Will

http://www.autozone.com/test-scan-and-specialty-tools/molding-and-trim-remover-tool

Title: Re: Brake Fluid Reservoir Removal
Post by: Mike K on September 21, 2015, 17:07:18

I recently did this using a long flat screw driver as a lever under/next to the grommets, popped right off.