Bleeding Sequence

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Left Front Brake Caliper
Right Front Brake Caliper
Left Rear Brake Caliper
Right Rear Brake Caliper

NOTE:

Bleed the brake caliper at each bleed screw. If the brake caliper has two bleed screws, bleed the outer screw first.

-- Repeat the bleeding procedure in the specified sequence for the remaining brake calipers.

-- Bleed until brake fluid comes out with no bubbles and foam.

-- Close the bleed screws.

-- Lower the vehicle.

-- Fill the brake fluid reservoir with brake fluid up to the "max" mark.

Fig 1: Brake Fluid Reservoir

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-- Screw down the reservoir.

-- Start the engine and check the brake pedal travel and pressure.

-- If the pedal travel is too long, check the brake system for leaks or repeat the bleeding procedure.

-- Install the plenum chamber cover. Refer to BULKHEAD .

WARNING:

Risk of accident!

Make sure the brakes are working correctly before driving the vehicle for the first time.