FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Without Anti-Lock Brakes

CAUTION:
^ Use only clean DOT 3 or 4 brake fluid.
^ Make sure no dirt or other foreign matter is allowed to contaminate the brake fluid.
^ Do not mix different brands of brake fluid as they may not be compatible.
^ Do not spill brake fluid on the car; it may damage the paint; if brake fluid does contact the paint, wash it off immediately with water.

NOTE: The reservoir on the master cylinder must be full at the start of bleeding procedure, and checked after bleeding each brake caliper. Add fluid as required. Use only clean DOT 3 or 4 brake fluid.

1. Have someone slowly pump the brake pedal several times, then apply steady pressure.

Brake Bleeding Screw Location:




2. Loosen the brake bleed screw to allow air to escape from the system. Then tighten the bleed screw securely.

Brake Bleeding Sequence:




3. Repeat the procedure for each wheel in the sequence shown above, until air bubbles no longer appear in the fluid.
4. Check brake performance by road testing.