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Rear Brake Bleeder Valve Replacement

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WARNING:

The battery must be disconnected to prevent the brake master cylinder from pressurizing the hydraulic system during its automated self diagnostic tests that can possibly occur when a door is opened or the key transmitter is activated. Failure to follow this precaution may cause personal injury.

WARNING:

Brake Dust Warning

WARNING:

Brake Fluid Irritant Warning

CAUTION:

Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Without KL9) , or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (With KL9)
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
1 Rear Brake Bleeder Valve Cap
2 Rear Brake Caliper Bleeder Valve
CAUTION:

Component Fastener Tightening Caution

Procedure

  1. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  2. Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Without KL9) , or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (With KL9)
  3. Bleed the brake system. Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) , or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual)

Tighten 
17 N.m (13 lb ft)
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