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Master Cylinder In-Vehicle Bleed

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  1. Disconnect the brake outlet lines from the brake master cylinder and cap the lines. See Fig 1 .
  2. Install short brake hoses to the master cylinder outlet ports with the ends submerged in the brake master cylinder reservoir. See Fig 2 .
  3. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with DOT 3 brake fluid.
  4. Have an assistant pump the brake pedal until clear, bubble-free brake fluid flows from both brake hoses.
  5. Remove the short brake hoses and install the brake outlet lines. Tighten all fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
Fig 1: Disconnecting Brake Outlet Lines
G00303080Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Fig 2: Connecting Short Hose Lines
G00303081Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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