Brake System Bleeding

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Fluid Container

NOTE: Make sure that the vehicle is standing on a level surface.

Refer to: Brake and Clutch Systems Health and Safety Precautions .
Vehicles with stability assist
Bleed the brake system using the BleedMASTER function in the diagnostic tool.
Vehicles without stability assist

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NOTE: The brake fluid reservoir must remain full with new, clean brake fluid at all times during bleeding.

Refer to: Specifications .

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NOTE: Make sure that the pressure within the brake system does not exceed 1 bar.

Use the General Equipment: Fluid Container

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Loosen: 180°

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Operate the brake pedal fully (pumping brake fluid and air into the bleed jar) and allow the brake pedal to return to the rest position.
Continue operating the brake pedal until air-free fluid is being pumped into the bleed jar.
Refer to: Specifications .

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With the brake pedal fully depressed tighten the bleed nipple.
Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

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Repeat the procedure for the remaining brake lines.
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