Bleeding Brake System with DSC

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Note:
Read and comply with General Information Service and Repair.
When replacing or repairing, observe the filling and bleeding instructions for the following parts:
1. Tandem brake master cylinder
2. DSC hydraulic unit
3. and components/connecting lines which are fitted between these assemblies.
(Brake fluid changer connected to max. 2 bar filling pressure).
After completing work: Carry out final check with DIS under menu item "Service functions".
Contrary to the instructions in the DIS, the bleeding routine must be restarted on each wheel.
A second person is needed to help carry out this work.





Connect DIS.
Call up service function "Bleeding ABS/DSC Hydraulics".
Connect brake fluid changer to expansion tank and switch on.

Note:
Check relevant Operating Instructions for each device.
Charging pressure should not exceed 2 bar.





Flushing brake system completely
Connect bleeder hose with collecting tray to bleeder valve on rear right brake caliper.
Open bleeder valve and purge until clear, bubble-free brake fluid emerges.
Close bleed valve.
Follow same procedure on rear left, front right and front left wheel brake.





Bleeding rear-axle brake circuit
Connect bleeder hose with collecting tray to bleeder valve on rear right brake caliper.
Close bleeder valve.
Run bleeding routine with DIS with bleeder valve open.
After completing routine, press brake pedal 5 times to floor; clear and bubble-free brake fluid must flow out.
Close bleed valve.
Repeat procedure at rear left.





Bleeding front-axle brake circuit
Connect bleeder hose with collecting tray to bleeder valve on front right brake caliper.
Close bleeder valve.
Run bleeding routine with DIS with bleeder valve open.
After completing routine, press brake pedal 5 times to floor, clear and bubble-free brake fluid must flow out.
Close bleed valve.
Repeat procedure at front left.





Switch off brake fluid changer and remove from expansion tank.
Check brake fluid level. If necessary, top up/draw off to max. level.
Close expansion tank.

Note:
Pay attention to rubber seal (1) in sealing cap.