Bleeding The Brake System Of Air Without Using The Brake Filling And Bleeding Device - Skoda Octavia II 2004 Workshop Manual

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– Disconnect the brake filling and bleeding device .
– Disconnect the brake filling and bleeding device from the
brake fluid reservoir.
– After bleeding close the relevant vent valve and fit dust cap.
– If necessary, correct the brake fluid level in the brake fluid res‐
ervoir.
– Perform a test drive. While doing so, at least one ABS adjust‐
ment must be carried out on vehicles with ABS!
4.2 Bleeding the brake system of air without
using the brake filling and bleeding de‐
vice
Special tools and workshop equipment required
♦ Bleeding bottle (commercially available)
♦ Brake fluid ⇒ page 8
WARNING
♦ The brake fluid is hygroscopic, i.e. it retains humidity from
the ambient air, and must therefore always be stored in
airtight containers.
♦ Brake fluid must never come into contact with fluids con‐
taining mineral oils (oil, petrol, cleaning agent). Mineral
oils damage the plugs and boots of the brake system.
♦ Drained (used) brake fluid must never be used again.
♦ The brake fluid is toxic, avoid skin contact.
♦ Because of its caustic effect, the brake fluid must not come
into contact with paint.
♦ Rinse off spilled brake fluid using plenty of water.
♦ Dispose of brake fluid in compliance with the applicable
waste disposal and environmental regulations.
♦ Bleeding brake system on vehicles with ABS or TCS/ESP
(ESC), as for vehicles without ABS.
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♦ Only use new brake fluid in accordance with the specifi‐
cation ⇒ page 8 .
♦ While bleeding continuously check the brake fluid level in
the brake fluid reservoir and top up brake fluid if necessary
up to the "MAX" marking.
– Remove the dust caps of the bleeder valves at the brake cal‐
ipers.
– Provide a suitable catch pan for used brake fluid.
– Build up pressure in the brake system by pumping repeatedly
the brake pedal.
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