Tools/parts required
- Replacement clutch master cylinder for Toyota 5S‑FE (or rebuild kit)
- DOT brake fluid (Toyota generally uses DOT 3; confirm vehicle spec)
- Line (flare) wrench set, socket/ratchet set, screwdriver, pliers
- Small adjustable wrench, bench-bleeding kit or clear hose, catch bottle
- Jack, jackstands (if needed for access), work lamp, shop rags, gloves
- Torque wrench (recommended)
- Vacuum or pressure bleeder (optional but speeds bleeding)

Safety and prep (theory + practical)
- Theory: hydraulic clutches use incompressible fluid; contamination or air compromises pressure transfer. Brake fluid also damages paint — protect vehicle.
- Practical: Park on level, chock wheels, disconnect negative battery terminal if you’ll be working near electrical, raise/secure car if more access needed. Keep rags ready to catch fluid.

Ordered procedure with theory integrated

1) Diagnose and confirm symptom (why replacement is needed)
- Typical faults: soft/spongy pedal that doesn’t return, pedal sinks to floor under light load, external fluid leak at firewall/under dash, internal bypass (master seals leaking internally) or contaminated fluid.
- Theory: If seals in the master cylinder leak internally, the piston displaces fluid past the seal instead of pressurizing the line — pedal sinks and slave won’t move. External leaks cause loss of fluid and total failure.

2) Remove/relieve system fluid and expose master cylinder
- Practical: Open reservoir cap, use syringe or turkey baster to remove as much old fluid as possible to limit spills. Place catch bottle under the slave/line.
- Theory: Removing fluid reduces spillage when you disconnect the hydraulic line and reduces contamination.

3) Disconnect hydraulic line to master cylinder
- Practical: Use a flare/line wrench on the hard line fitting at the master. Plug or cap the line end or point it into the catch bottle to avoid flooding and air ingress. Remove any retaining clips.
- Theory: The hard line carries pressurized fluid to the slave. Disconnecting it isolates the master so it can be removed.

4) Disconnect pedal linkage
- Practical: Inside the car remove the clevis pin/retaining clip that links the master pushrod to the clutch pedal. Fold or remove insulating covers to access.
- Theory: The master piston is actuated by the pedal; disconnecting prevents damage when removing the master.

5) Unbolt and remove the old master cylinder
- Practical: Remove the mounting bolts at the firewall (usually 2). Pull the master out through the engine bay or from under the dash depending on access. Drain any remaining fluid into the catch.
- Theory: You're removing the defective pressure-generating assembly so you can replace worn seals or the entire unit.

6) Bench-bleed new master cylinder before installation (critical)
- Practical: Mount the new cylinder in a vise or fixture per instructions. Fill reservoir with clean DOT fluid. Attach clear hoses from the master’s outlet ports back into the reservoir (or follow the manufacturer’s bench-bleeding method). Slowly depress the piston repeatedly until no air bubbles appear in the hoses and only clean fluid moves through them.
- Theory: Air in the master is the primary cause of spongy pedal. Bench bleeding forces trapped air out of the cylinder before it’s connected to the rest of the system, vastly simplifying hydraulic system bleeding and preventing initial pedal failure.

7) Install new master cylinder
- Practical: Position and bolt the master to the firewall; tighten bolts to manufacturer torque (typical small bolts: moderate torque — use factory spec if available). Reconnect the hydraulic hard line with new crush washers or seals if applicable; tighten the line fitting snugly without rounding the fitting (use line wrench). Reconnect the pushrod/clevis to the pedal and secure the retaining pin/clip.
- Theory: Proper mounting and fittings ensure a sealed, rigid connection so that piston motion translates to hydraulic pressure rather than mechanical play or leakage.

8) Fill reservoir and initial system bleed
- Practical: Top the reservoir with fresh DOT fluid. With reservoir cap loosely in place, open the slave cylinder bleed nipple (located on the slave cylinder at the bellhousing) and perform bleeding. Sequence:
- Have an assistant slowly depress the clutch pedal several times and hold it down.
- Open bleed nipple to let fluid/air out until flow is clear and bubble‑free, then close nipple.
- Release pedal. Repeat until pedal is firm and no air emerges. Keep reservoir topped to avoid drawing more air in.
- Alternatively use vacuum/pressure bleeder: connect to reservoir or slave bleed nipple and pull fluid until bubbles stop.
- Theory: The master must fill the entire hydraulic line with incompressible fluid. Any remaining air compresses and causes sponginess; bleeding removes that air. Start at slave because it’s the furthest point from the master.

9) Final checks and adjustments
- Practical: Check for leaks at the master-to-line fitting, the slave bleed nipple, and the pushrod clevis. Confirm pedal free play and firm feel; initial travel should produce consistent resistance and return. Torque fittings to spec. Clean spilled fluid immediately.
- Theory: Leak-free connections are necessary to maintain hydraulic pressure. Proper free play avoids dragging the release bearing and ensures full engagement/disengagement.

10) Road test and re‑inspection
- Practical: With vehicle secured, test pedal feel with engine off by shifting through gears to check clutch disengagement. Start engine and confirm clutch engages/disengages smoothly; perform short, low-speed test drive. Recheck fluid level and inspect for leaks after driving.
- Theory: Under load the system’s ability to build and maintain hydraulic pressure confirms the new master and seals are functioning; dynamic testing ensures no hidden air pockets remain.

How the repair fixes the fault (concise theory)
- The master cylinder converts mechanical pedal movement into hydraulic pressure. Worn internal seals allow fluid to bypass the piston so pressure can’t build (pedal sinks internally) or external leaks let fluid escape. Replacing the master restores a correctly sealing piston and bore so pedal motion pressurizes the line. Bench bleeding and system bleeding remove air so the fluid remains incompressible. Once pressure is restored and leaks eliminated, the slave cylinder actuates fully and the clutch engages/disengages normally.

Common pitfalls and tips (short)
- Always bench-bleed a new master first.
- Avoid mixing DOT fluid types; use what the vehicle specifies.
- Don’t let reservoir run dry during bleeding — that draws air back in.
- Use a line wrench to prevent rounding the hydraulic fitting.
- Clean spilled brake fluid from painted surfaces quickly.

Done.
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