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Repair and Service Manual
BRAKES
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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pose of used fluid in accordance with Federal, state and
local codes.
Brake Bleeding Procedure
Attach a short length of clear hose to the caliper bleed
valve and insert the other end into a suitable clean con-
tainer containing fresh, clean brake fluid (Ref. Fig. 35).
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder frequently dur-
ing this operation to prevent air from entering the lines.
Fig. 35 Bleeding Brakes
Start with the passenger side rear brake and move to the
driver side rear brake, bleed the brakes using the follow-
ing procedure:
The bleeder valve at the caliper must be closed at the
end of each stroke and before the brake pedal is
released to ensure that air cannot enter the system.
It is also important that the brake pedal be returned to
full ‘up’ position.
1.
Open the bleeder valve and have an assistant
depress brake pedal gently until fluid flows into con-
tainer.
2.
Close the bleeder valve and have the assistant
slowly release the brake pedal.
3.
Repeat the process until no bubbles can be seen
leaving the bleeder valve.
4.
Close the valve and repeat at other side.
5.
After bleeding, check fluid level using a mechanics
mirror and a flashlight.
6.
Add fluid if the level has fallen below 1/4" (6.5 mm)
from the top of the reservoir.
7.
Inspect for visible fluid leaks.
Bleeder Hose
