CLUTCH SYSTEM > Master Cylinder
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
• Be careful not to spill the brake fluid. Brake fluid spilled on the vehicle body will harm the paint surface; wash it off with water and wipe clean quickly if spilled.
• Before handling the airbag system components, refer to “CAUTION” of “General Description” in “AIRBAG SYSTEM”. General Description > CAUTION">
1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. NOTE">
3. Drain the brake fluid. Clutch Fluid">
4. Remove the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver. Instrument Panel Lower Cover > REMOVAL">
5. Remove the knee airbag module. Knee Airbag Module > REMOVAL">
6. Remove the snap pin and clevis pin, and then separate the push rod of the master cylinder.

(A) | Clevis pin |
(B) | Snap pin |
(C) | Push rod |
(D) | Lock nut |
7. Remove the clip (A) from the air intake boot.
8. Loosen the clamp (B) connecting the air intake boot and air cleaner case (rear).
9. Loosen the clamp (C) which connects the air intake boot and throttle body.

10. Remove the air intake boot from the throttle body, and move it to the left side wheel apron.

11. Disconnect the clutch pipe and tank hose from the master cylinder.
12. Remove the master cylinder.

(A) | Master cylinder |
(B) | Clutch pipe |
(C) | Tank hose |
Assembly
DisassemblyVehicle Dynamics Control system
WARNING
Even when driving a Subaru Ascent equipped with the Vehicle Dynamics Control
system, always remain attentive and cautious. Relying too heavily on electronic
assistance systems can lead to dangerous situations and potentially serious accidents.
CAUTION
Although the Subaru Ascent is ...
Using a flat-bed truck
This is the best way to transport your
vehicle. Use the following procedures to
ensure safe transportation.
1. Shift the select lever into the "P" position for CVT models. Shift the shift
lever into the "1st" position for MT models.
2. Pull up the parking brake lever firmly.
3. Secur ...
Coat hook
A coat hook is attached to the rear
passenger's hand grip.
WARNING
Obey the following instructions.
Do not hang coat hangers or
other hard or pointed objects on
the coat hooks. Hang clothing
directly on the coat hooks without
using hangers.
Before hanging clothing on the
coat ...