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FRONT HYDRAULIC BRAKES
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
Never reuse any excess fluid or
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return to original container. Dispose
of brake fluid properly.
Brake fluid should never be returned to the original con-
tainer and reused due to the possibility of contamination
by dirt, grease, moisture or used brake fluid. Contami-
nated fluid could cause failure of the braking system. Dis-
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 (Figure 2).
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder frequently
during this operation to prevent air from entering the lines.
Bleeder Hose
Figure 2 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:
NOTICE: The bleeder valve at the caliper must be
closed at the end of each stroke and before the
brake pedal is released to ensure air cannot enter
the system.
It is important that the brake pedal be returned to
full 'up' position.
1.
Open the bleeder valve and have an assistant press
brake pedal gently until fluid flows into container.
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.
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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.
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