Bleed Front-Axle Brake Circuit
CAUTION:
With fixed caliper, bleed both sides of brake caliper, removing wheel if necessary.
NOTE:
Bleeding unit is connected with maximum 29 psi (2 bar) filling pressure.
NOTE:
Check relevant operating instructions for each device.
- Connect BMW Diagnosis and Information System (DIS).
- Call up service function BLEEDING ABS/ASC HYDRAULICS.
- Connect bleeding unit to expansion tank and switch on.
- Connect bleeder hose and bottle to bleed valve on front right brake caliper.
- Open bleed valve.
- Fully depress brake pedal at least 12 times. Brake fluid must emerge clear and free of bubbles.
- Hold down brake pedal in fully depressed position.
- Close bleeder valve.
- Release brake pedal.
- Follow same procedure on front left wheel brake.
- Switch off bleeder unit and disconnect from expansion tank.
- Check brake fluid level.
- Close expansion tank. Take care of rubber gasket in lid.