Standard Procedure - Pressure Bleeding

PRESSURE BLEEDING SEQUENCE
The following wheel circuit sequence for bleeding the brake hydraulic system should be used to ensure adequate removal of all trapped air from the brake hydraulic system.

- Left rear wheel
- Right front wheel
- Right rear wheel
- Left front wheel



PRESSURE BLEEDING METHOD

NOTE: Follow pressure bleeder manufacturer's instructions for use of pressure bleeding equipment.

1. Remove filler cap from the top of fluid reservoir on master cylinder.





2. Install Adapter, Special Tool 8224, in the caps place on the reservoir.
3. Attach Bleeder Tank, Special Tool C-3496-B, or equivalent, to Special Tool 8224. Pressurize the system following the pressure bleeder manufacturer's instructions.
4. Remove rubber dust caps from all 4 bleeder screws.





5. Starting at the first wheel circuit as listed earlier, attach a clear hose to the bleeder screw at that wheels brake caliper or wheel cylinder and feed the other end of hose into a clear jar containing enough fresh brake fluid to submerge the end of the hose.





CAUTION: Open the bleeder screw at least one full turn when instructed. Some air may be trapped in the brake lines or valves far upstream, as far as ten feet or more from the bleeder screw. If the bleeder screw is not opened sufficiently, fluid flow is restricted causing a slow, weak fluid discharge. This will NOT get all the air out. Therefore, it is essential to open the bleeder screw at least one full turn to allow a fast, large volume discharge of brake fluid.

6. Open bleeder screw at least one full turn or more to obtain an adequate flow of brake fluid.
7. After 4 to 8 ounces of brake fluid has been bled through the brake hydraulic circuit, and an air-free flow (no bubbles) is maintained in the clear plastic hose and jar, close the bleeder screw.
8. Bleed the remaining wheel circuits in the same manner until all air is removed from the brake hydraulic system.
9. Check brake pedal travel. If pedal travel is excessive or has not improved, some air may still be trapped in the hydraulic system. Rebleed the brake system as necessary.
10. Reinstall all 4 bleeder screw dust caps.
11. Test drive vehicle to ensure brakes are operating properly and pedal feel is correct.