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Gravity Bleed - Rear Disc Brake Caliper Only (Mexico Only)

    CAUTION: Be sure to check the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir often. Do not let it run dry.
    Fig 1: Opening Rear Disc Brake Caliper Bleeder Screw
    G03444890Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Open the rear disc brake caliper bleeder screw. Leave open until clear bubble-free brake fluid flows.
  2. Tighten the rear disc brake caliper bleeder screw.
    Fig 2: Tightening Rear Disc Brake Caliper Bleeder Screw
    G03444891Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM-1 or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A, DOT 3.