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Pressure Bleeding

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  1. Remove master cylinder reservoir cap. Attach Bleeder Adapter (J-35589) to reservoir. Pressurize system to 20-25 psi (1.4-1.72 kg/cm2 ). Connect bleeder hose onto bleeder adapter.
  2. Raise and support vehicle. If it is necessary to bleed all calipers follow brakeline bleeding sequence. See BRAKELINE BLEEDING SEQUENCE  . Place box end wrench over caliper bleed screw. Submerge other end of tube in a clear container partially filled with brake fluid. Open caliper bleed screw three quarters of a turn and allow brake fluid to flow until no air bubbles are seen. Apply brake pedal intermittently during bleeding. Close caliper bleed screw.
  3. Repeat sequence until all air is removed. If it is necessary to bleed all brake calipers follow brakeline bleeding procedure. See BRAKELINE BLEEDING SEQUENCE  . Test drive vehicle. Ensure vehicle exceeds 3 MPH for ABS modulator actuation. If brake pedal is spongy or soft, re-bleed system until pedal is firm.
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