Flushing and bleeding front brakes (after part exchange)
NOTE:
Description is for right component only. The procedure on the left side is identical.
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
2 different fixed calipers are installed.
2 different fixed calipers are installed.
- In both versions of the fixed caliper, first vent at the inner vent valve (1). Then vent at the outer vent valve (2).
- Start flushing at the right front.
- Connect the vent hose with the collecting vessel to the bleed valve (1) on front right brake caliper.
- Open the bleed valve (1) and purge it until clear, bubble-free brake fluid emerges.
- Close bleed valve (1).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Front bleed valve from brake caliper manufacturer Brembo | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bleed valve | tightening torque | 18 Nm |
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Fixed caliper front bleed valve from brake caliper manufacturer Continental | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bleed valve | tightening torque | 15 Nm |
- Connect the vent hose with the collecting vessel to the bleed valve (1) on the front right brake caliper.
- Open the bleed valve (1) and purge it until clear, bubble-free brake fluid emerges.
- Close bleed valve (1).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Front bleed valve from brake caliper manufacturer Brembo | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bleed valve | tightening torque | 18 Nm |
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Fixed caliper front bleed valve from brake caliper manufacturer Continental | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bleed valve | tightening torque | 15 Nm |
- Carry out the same procedure on the front left wheel brake.
Follow-up work