BRAKES 13-9
Brake Fluid
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Remove the wheel for extra clearance (see Wheel Re-
moval in the Wheels/Tires chapter).
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Connect a clear plastic hose [A] to the bleed valve at the
wheel cylinder, and run the other end of the hose into a
container.
Brake Panel [B]
NOTE
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Start with the rear left or right wheel and finish with the
front left or right wheel.
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Bleed the brake line and the caliper as follows.
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Repeat this operation until no more air can be seen com-
ing out into the plastic hose.
1. Pump the brake pedal [A] until it becomes hard, and
apply the brake pedal and hold it.
2. Quickly open and close the bleed valve while holding the
brake pedal applied.
3. Release the brake pedal.
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Tighten:
Torque - Bleed Valves: 5.4 N·m (0.55 kgf·m, 48 in·lb)
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Repeat the previous step for each wheel.
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When air bleeding is finished, add fluid up to the upper
level in the reservoir.
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Apply the brake forcefully for a few seconds, and check
for fluid leakage around the fittings.
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Install the removed parts (see appropriate chapters).
Torque - Master Cylinder Reservoir Cap: 3.4 N·m (0.35
kgf·m, 30 in·lb)
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