Brake master cylinder 271981 Manitou, aftermarket

For the Manitou telehandlers: brake master cylinder 271981, an aftermarket part.

On construction and agricultural machines there is often a separate master cylinder for each side or group of wheels; when the two pedals are latched together, both cylinders work at once and the machine brakes evenly. An internal leak in one cylinder makes the machine pull to one side with the pedals latched. When looking for a fault, the fluid level, air in the lines and pedal free play are checked first, then whether the cylinders hold pressure. After a cylinder is replaced, the brake system must always be bled. The pedal latch and the pedal return springs are checked too, as a sticking pedal will stop a new cylinder from returning fully as well.

Specifications

Compatibility

According to the product card, 271981 is a brake master cylinder. Fit is confirmed by the part number. Other parts are in Brake cylinders.

Fitting

Before removing the cylinder, park the machine on level ground and chock the wheels. Catch the fluid in a container when disconnecting the lines and protect the ports from dirt. After fitting the new cylinder, set the pedal free play, bleed the system and test the brakes at low speed before work.