High-Pressure Test
NOTE:
Letters and numbers in parenthesis correspond to letters and numbers in illustrations.
- Raise and support vehicle. Remove bleed screw at any brake caliper and connect pressure tester (051). See Fig 1 .
- Bleed pressure tester according to manufacturer's operating instructions.
- Run engine at moderate speed then create as great a vacuum as possible by suddenly releasing accelerator pedal.
- Insert brake pedal locking device (080) together with adapter between brake pedal and seat.
- Pressure loss during test duration of 5 minutes must not exceed 5 percent of regulated value. If brake system passes high-pressure test, continue with low pressure testing. See LOW-PRESSURE TEST . If brake system does not pass pressure test, check complete system for fluid leaks.