Suzuki Equator Master Cylinder for Sale | OEM Aluminum 20mm Bore
$100.00
At a Glance
- Condition: OEM used, bore integrity verified, reservoir condition inspected, port fittings tested
- Availability: In stock across Suzuki Equator model years
- Shipping: Free shipping to all 50 states, 3 to 7 business days
- Application: Suzuki Equator 2009-2013 US market – Suzuki’s short-lived US market mid-size pickup truck
- Rebadged Nissan Frontier: The Suzuki Equator is essentially a rebadged Nissan Frontier (second generation D40 platform) with Suzuki grille and badging – a rare US market rebadging arrangement between Nissan and Suzuki
- Aluminum construction: 20mm bore aluminum master cylinder providing balanced brake fluid displacement for the Equator’s brake system
- Integrated fluid reservoir with fluid level sensor for dashboard warning integration
- Suzuki exited the US automobile market in 2012 (with limited continuation through 2013) – Equator was among the final Suzuki vehicles sold in the US market
- Nissan Frontier cross-reference: Many Equator components including this master cylinder cross-reference to equivalent 2009-2013 Nissan Frontier D40 parts
- 15 day replacement warranty on component defects
Description
About the Suzuki Equator Master Cylinder
Need a replacement Suzuki Equator brake master cylinder (aluminum, 20mm bore)? Part Nests sources OEM used master cylinders for Suzuki Equator applications from 2009 through 2013 (US market). The Suzuki Equator is a rare and interesting vehicle – a rebadged Nissan Frontier (second generation D40 platform) sold under the Suzuki brand in the US market for a brief period before Suzuki exited the US automobile market. Because of the rebadging arrangement, Equator components including this master cylinder cross-reference to equivalent 2009-2013 Nissan Frontier D40 parts. Each master cylinder is inspected for bore integrity, reservoir condition, and port fittings. Call (855) 634-4447 to verify year before ordering.
Suzuki Equator Vehicle Context (2009-2013 US Market)
- Production era: 2009-2013 US market. Introduced for the 2009 model year and discontinued after 2013 as Suzuki exited the US automobile market
- Rebadged Nissan Frontier D40: The Suzuki Equator is essentially a rebadged Nissan Frontier (second generation D40 platform) with Suzuki grille styling and badging. Unusual US market rebadging arrangement between Nissan (Japanese manufacturer with strong US market presence) and Suzuki (Japanese manufacturer with limited US market presence). Nissan produced the Equator for Suzuki at the Nissan Smyrna, Tennessee assembly plant that also produced the Nissan Frontier for the North American market
- Suzuki US market exit context: Suzuki announced US automobile market withdrawal in 2012 with the last Suzuki vehicles sold in the US through 2013. Suzuki continued to sell motorcycles, ATVs, and other products in the US market but exited the automobile market. The Equator was among the final Suzuki vehicles sold in the US market
- Purpose of the rebadging: Suzuki lacked a mid-size pickup truck in its US market lineup and Nissan had spare Frontier production capacity to share. The rebadging arrangement gave Suzuki a truck for its US dealerships and gave Nissan additional utilization for Frontier production. Similar arrangements have occurred between other automakers to fill product lineup gaps
Nissan Frontier D40 Cross-Reference
- Cross-reference basis: Because the Suzuki Equator is a rebadged Nissan Frontier D40, most Equator components cross-reference to equivalent 2009-2013 Nissan Frontier D40 parts. Brake system components including this master cylinder use identical Nissan Frontier D40 specifications
- Nissan Frontier D40 (2005-2021 US market): The Frontier D40 was Nissan’s second-generation mid-size pickup truck in the US market. Produced through 2021 in the US market when replaced by the third-generation Frontier D45 for 2022 model year. The D40 was a long-running mid-size pickup with dedicated enthusiast community
- Powertrain sharing: Both Suzuki Equator and Nissan Frontier D40 used Nissan powertrains – typically the 2.5L I4 (base) and 4.0L VQ40DE V6 (main powertrain). Nissan-sourced automatic and manual transmissions across variants
- Component sourcing: Verify Nissan Frontier D40 (2009-2013) cross-reference numbers when ordering. Nissan Frontier D40 parts availability is much broader than Suzuki Equator specific parts availability due to Nissan’s continued Frontier production through 2021
Brake Master Cylinder Specifications
- Type: OEM aluminum brake master cylinder for Suzuki Equator (and cross-reference Nissan Frontier D40 2009-2013)
- Bore diameter: 20mm – providing balanced brake fluid displacement matched to the Equator’s brake system (front disc / rear disc or drum depending on variant)
- Construction: Aluminum alloy master cylinder body (weight-savings vs traditional cast iron), dual-chamber design for split brake circuits (safety redundancy – front and rear circuits are hydraulically separate for safety), integrated brake fluid reservoir, fluid level sensor for dashboard warning integration, and brake line port fittings
- Function: Hydraulic brake master cylinder converts brake pedal force into hydraulic brake pressure. Brake pedal push rod actuates internal pistons that pressurize brake fluid, which travels through brake lines to wheel-mounted brake calipers (or wheel cylinders on rear drum brakes) to actuate braking
- Common failure modes: Internal seal failure (causing brake pedal to slowly sink when held), external fluid leak (visible fluid around master cylinder body), reservoir cracking (fluid leak from reservoir), fluid level sensor failure (dashboard warning light stuck on or off). Symptoms include soft or sinking brake pedal, brake fluid warning light, low brake fluid level, and reduced braking effectiveness
- Testing: Bore integrity verified, reservoir condition inspected, port fittings tested before shipment
Related Listings
- Suzuki Samurai: Classic Suzuki off-road SUV (contrast to modern Suzuki Equator rebadged pickup) – see our Suzuki Samurai tail light listing
Why Buy From Part Nests
- OEM verified brake master cylinder for Suzuki Equator 2009-2013
- Bore integrity verified, reservoir condition inspected, port fittings tested
- Cross-reference to equivalent 2009-2013 Nissan Frontier D40 parts (broader parts availability)
- Free shipping to all 50 states
- 15 day replacement warranty on component defects
- Support team familiar with the unusual Suzuki-Nissan Equator rebadging arrangement and Nissan Frontier cross-referencing
- Call (855) 634-4447 to confirm your Equator year and Nissan Frontier D40 cross-references before ordering.
15 Day Replacement Warranty
Every used Suzuki Equator Master Cylinder carries a 15 day replacement warranty starting on the delivery date. Nissan Frontier D40 cross-reference numbers can help verify parts availability. Call (855) 634-4447 to start a warranty claim within 15 days of delivery.
What Is Covered
- Component defects present on arrival beyond what was disclosed
- Bore or seal failures within 15 days from installation
- Reservoir failures not disclosed at sale
- Incorrect part shipped due to an error on our end
What Is Not Covered
- Damage caused during installation
- Damage from contaminated brake fluid
- Cross-year installation without verification
- Labor expenses of any kind, including brake system bleeding
- Part: OEM aluminum brake master cylinder, 20mm bore
- Application: Suzuki Equator 2009-2013 US market
- Rebadged As: Essentially a Nissan Frontier D40 with Suzuki badging
- Production Plant: Nissan Smyrna, Tennessee (produced for Suzuki)
- Cross-Reference: 2009-2013 Nissan Frontier D40 parts (broader availability)
- Historical Context: Suzuki exited US automobile market 2012-2013
- Powertrains: Nissan 2.5L I4 base, 4.0L VQ40DE V6 main powertrain
- Related Listings: Suzuki Samurai (classic Suzuki off-road SUV)
Additional information
| Brand | Suzuki |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Brake Master Cylinder |
| Vehicle Application | Suzuki Equator |
| Platform | Nissan Frontier D40 shared |
| Year Confirmed | 2009 |
| Material | High grade aluminum alloy |
| Bore | 20 mm |
| Piston | 18 mm |
| Reservoir Capacity | 0.5 liters |
| Temperature Range | Negative 40 to 150 Celsius |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 or DOT 4 |
| SKU | vaz579 |
An OEM used aluminum brake master cylinder for Suzuki Equator applications from 2009 through 2013 US market. Bore diameter of 20mm providing balanced brake fluid displacement. Aluminum alloy master cylinder body, dual-chamber design for split brake circuits (safety redundancy), integrated brake fluid reservoir, fluid level sensor for dashboard warning integration, and brake line port fittings. Function is hydraulic brake master cylinder converting brake pedal force into hydraulic brake pressure.
The Suzuki Equator is a rebadged Nissan Frontier (second generation D40 platform) with Suzuki grille styling and badging. Sold in the US market from 2009-2013. Unusual US market rebadging arrangement between Nissan and Suzuki. Nissan produced the Equator for Suzuki at the Nissan Smyrna, Tennessee assembly plant that also produced the Nissan Frontier for the North American market. The Equator was among the final Suzuki vehicles sold in the US market before Suzuki exited the US automobile market.
Suzuki lacked a mid-size pickup truck in its US market lineup and Nissan had spare Frontier production capacity to share. The rebadging arrangement gave Suzuki a truck for its US dealerships and gave Nissan additional utilization for Frontier production. Similar arrangements have occurred between other automakers to fill product lineup gaps. Because of the rebadging, most Equator components cross-reference to equivalent Nissan Frontier D40 parts.
Suzuki announced US automobile market withdrawal in 2012 with the last Suzuki vehicles sold in the US through 2013. Suzuki continued to sell motorcycles, ATVs, and other products in the US market but exited the automobile market. The Equator was among the final Suzuki vehicles sold in the US market. Suzuki continues to sell automobiles in international markets including Japan, India, and various other countries but not in the US since the 2012-2013 exit.
Because the Suzuki Equator is a rebadged Nissan Frontier D40, most Equator components cross-reference to equivalent 2009-2013 Nissan Frontier D40 parts. Brake system components including this master cylinder use identical Nissan Frontier D40 specifications. Nissan Frontier D40 parts availability is much broader than Suzuki Equator specific parts availability due to Nissan's continued Frontier production through 2021. Call (855) 634-4447 for Nissan Frontier D40 cross-reference verification.
Both Suzuki Equator and Nissan Frontier D40 used Nissan powertrains. Typically the 2.5L I4 (base powertrain) and 4.0L VQ40DE V6 (main powertrain). Nissan-sourced automatic and manual transmissions across variants. VQ40DE V6 was Nissan's mid-size pickup / SUV V6 used across the Frontier, Xterra, and Pathfinder during this era. Reliable Nissan-sourced powertrains providing appropriate mid-size pickup capability.
Modern brake master cylinders use dual-chamber design providing split brake circuits for safety redundancy. Front brakes and rear brakes are hydraulically separate circuits - if one circuit fails (fluid leak, seal failure), the other circuit continues to provide braking capability. This safety redundancy is regulatory-required on modern vehicles. Symptoms of dual-chamber failure typically affect only one circuit initially, giving warning before complete brake system failure.
Internal seal failure (causing brake pedal to slowly sink when held). External fluid leak (visible fluid around master cylinder body). Reservoir cracking (fluid leak from reservoir). Fluid level sensor failure (dashboard warning light stuck on or off). Symptoms include soft or sinking brake pedal, brake fluid warning light, low brake fluid level, and reduced braking effectiveness. Master cylinder failure should be addressed promptly as brake system reliability is safety-critical.
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