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Table of Contents 

Safety 

Precautions 

     

Components 

      

System 

Priming      

Exchange 

Brake 

Fluid 

     

TechALERT 

Demo 

 

     

Displays Indicating Action Required   

 

  9 

Empty Used Fluid Tank 

 

 

 

  9 

Filter 

Maintenance 

     

Parts 

Identification 

 

    10 

Flow Diagram & Electrical Schematic   

 

11 

Notes   

 

 

 

 

 

12 

Safety Precautions 

WARNING: Failure to follow these precautions can result in serious injury or death. 

• Read and understand the Operation Manual completely before operating this unit. 

• Always wear proper eye and skin protection when operating and maintaining this equipment. 

• Only disassemble or reassemble unit parts when directed by an MAHLE representative. 

• Clean any spills that may occur immediately. Brake fluid is corrosive and is a high slip hazard. 

• Avoid exposure with painted surfaces. Brake fluid is corrosive and will damage the finish on most 
painted surfaces. Use of fender covers is recommended. 

• Always use vehicle specified brake fluid. Failure to do so may cause brake system damage. The 
BFX is designed to use DOT 3 or 4 brake fluid. Use of any other fluid type is not recommended and 
may void warranty. 

• Comply with local, state and federal regulations for fluid disposal. 

• 

Material Safety Data Sheets 

(MSDS) must be obtained on all chemicals and placed in a shop file 

for reference. Note: MSDS can be found on the MAHLE web site www.servicesolutions.mahle.com. 

• It is important to test drive every vehicle after the service to verify proper brake system operation. 
Failure to do so could result in undetected brake system failure. 

CAUTION:  Failure to follow the precautions as outlined in the Operation Manual can result in 

damage to the engine, vehicle or equipment which will not be supported or covered 
under warranty. 

Summary of Contents for BFX-3

Page 1: ...5 82155 00 Rev A IMPORTANT Test drive vehicle after service to verify proper brake system performance MAHLE Aftermarket Inc Service Solutions 10 Innovation Drive York Pennsylvania 17402 USA Phone 800 468 2321 Web site www servicesolutions mahle com ...

Page 2: ...ted surfaces Brake fluid is corrosive and will damage the finish on most painted surfaces Use of fender covers is recommended Always use vehicle specified brake fluid Failure to do so may cause brake system damage The BFX is designed to use DOT 3 or 4 brake fluid Use of any other fluid type is not recommended and may void warranty Comply with local state and federal regulations for fluid disposal ...

Page 3: ...3 Adapter Storage 4 Bleeder Hoses Fill Vacuum Parking Stud New Fluid Components ...

Page 4: ...low a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery Do not connect the black power clip to the negative post of the battery to avoid a spark This will display for 5 seconds Buzzer will beep once All LED s will blink on briefly This will display Connect Fill Gun to Fill Hose Disconnect coupler on Used Fluid Tank and remove cap Press FILL MASTER CYLINDER Buzzer will beep three times This will displa...

Page 5: ...ve cable from the battery to where it is connected to the chassis Warning Handle battery connection cable with extreme caution Batteries generate explosive gases during normal operation Working in the vicinity of a lead acid or other automotive battery is dangerous Wear eye protection Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery Do not connect the black power clip to the ne...

Page 6: ...d Float Switch in bottle of brake fluid Press CONTINUE This will display Place nozzle of fill gun into the Master Cylinder and squeeze trigger Remaining ounces will be displayed Release trigger when master cylinder is filled to proper level Press FILL MASTER CYLINDER to stop the process Hold Fill Gun over Master Cylinder and squeeze trigger to relieve pressure Replace Master Cylinder cap and disco...

Page 7: ...USH This will display Press LF RF LR and RR in sequence desired during the sequential brake fluid exchange The order pressed should be according to the recommended sequence as specified by the manufacturer for the particular vehicle The order entered will be displayed Press CONTINUE This will display Open all bleeder valves Press CONTINUE This will display This display will show each bleeder as fl...

Page 8: ...d TechALERT Demo Press and hold EMPTY MASTER CYLINDER and FILL MASTER CYLINDER pushbutton simultaneously for 3 seconds This will display for one second and all four LEDs will be ON Display will automatically show text to left Press LF pushbutton for run mode RF for fault mode LR for complete and RR for clear Disconnect POWER to exit P R E S S F L U S H W H E N F I N I S H E D D R A I N F L U I D Y...

Page 9: ...ilters to prevent debris from entering internal components New Fluid Filter Filters fluid from the New Fluid Bottle If the fluid flow seems slow while trying to fill the master cylinder check and clean this filter This filter can be accessed through the front door on the top of the BFX 2 Remove screws and gently raise the door to access the filter Unscrew the filter cover and clean the screen as r...

Page 10: ...325 80034 00 Vacuum Pump with Terminals 9 325 80044 00 Solenoid S5 Assembly 10 026 80389 00 Sight Glass FPT Nylon 11 325 80042 00 Flow Sensor Assy With terminals 12 026 80325 00 Filter Inline Barb 150 Micron 13 022 80133 00 Check Valve 3 16 Barb Nylon 14 023 80344 00 Adapter Brake Nipple x 3 16 Barb 15 024 80099 00 Float Switch Assy for New Bottle 16 025 80364 00 EMI Filter 16A 17 026 80372 00 Fil...

Page 11: ...11 Flow Diagrams Electrical Schematic ...

Page 12: ...ive 98 37 EC and with the national implementing legislation is in conformity with the provisions of the following other EC directives Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Directive 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Emissions EN 61000 6 4 2001 Electromagnetic Immunity EN 61000 6 2 1999 The BFX 3 is certified to the EMC Directive like the ATX 2 tested by TÜV America Inc 1775 Old Highway 8 NW Ste 104 New Brigh...

Page 13: ...13 Notes ...

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