Flushing and air bleeding the front brake
NOTE:
Description is for right component only. The procedure on the left side is identical
- Work through the instructions in the service function in sequence
- 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 bleed valve (1) and purge it until clear, bubble-free brake fluid emerges
- Close bleed valve (1)
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION
| Front bleed valve from brake caliper manufacturer Brembo | ||
| Bleed valve | tightening torque | 18 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 TORQUE SPECIFICATION
| Front bleed valve from brake caliper manufacturer Brembo | ||
| Bleed valve | tightening torque | 18 Nm |
- Carry out the same procedure on the front left wheel brake
Follow-up work