Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (JE5, J6G): Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tools

CH-29532-A Pressure Brake Bleeder
CH-44894-A Brake Bleeder Adapter

For equivalent regional tools. Special Tools

WARNING:

Brake Dust Warning

WARNING:

Brake Fluid Irritant Warning .

CAUTION:

Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution .

CAUTION:

Only use products that comply with GM specifications and check manufacturer information respectively. We recommend the use of GM genuine products. Instructions must be followed at all times. The use of any type of fluid other than the recommended type of brake fluid, may cause contamination which could result in damage to the internal rubber seals and/or rubber linings of hydraulic brake system components.

CAUTION:

While performing the hydraulic brake system bleed procedure for vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, DO NOT apply pressure to the transmission clutch pedal. Applying pressure could introduce air into the hydraulic clutch system requiring the hydraulic clutch system bleed procedure to be performed unnecessarily.

NOTE:

If the system is opened at the brake master cylinder, a full hydraulic brake system bleed is necessary.