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Performing the Automated Bleed Procedure

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
    CAUTION: The Auto Bleed Procedure may be terminated at any time during the process by pressing the EXIT button. No further Scan Tool prompts pertaining to the Auto Bleed procedure will be given. After exiting the bleed procedure, relieve bleed pressure and disconnect bleed equipment per manufacturers instructions. Failure to properly relieve pressure may result in spilled brake fluid causing damage to components and painted surfaces.
  2. Remove all four tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  3. Inspect the brake system for leaks and visual damage. Repair or replace components as needed.
  4. Lower the vehicle.
  5. Inspect the battery state of charge. Refer to Battery Inspection/Test
  6. Install a scan tool.
  7. Turn the ignition ON, engine OFF.
  8. With the scan tool, establish communications with the ABS system. Select Control Functions. Select Automated Bleed from the Control Functions menu.
  9. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  10. Following the directions given on the scan tool, pressure bleed the base brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure)Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual)
  11. Follow the scan tool directions until the desired brake pedal height is achieved.
  12. If the bleed procedure is aborted, a malfunction exists. Perform the following steps before resuming the bleed procedure:
  13. When the desired pedal height is achieved, press the brake pedal to inspect for firmness.
  14. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  15. Lower the vehicle.
  16. Remove the scan tool.
  17. Inspect the brake fluid level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
  18. Road test the vehicle while inspecting that the pedal remains high and firm.
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