Bleed Rear-Axle Brake Circuit
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 8 other vehicles, including the 2003 BMW M5, 2003 BMW 540i, 2003 BMW 530i, 2003 BMW 525i, and 2002 BMW M5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Bleeding unit is connected with maximum 29 psi (2 bar) filling pressure.
- Connect BMW Diagnosis and Information System (DIS).
- Call up service function BLEEDING ABS/ASC HYDRAULICS.
- Connect bleeding unit to expansion tank and switch on.
- Connect bleeder hose with container to bleed valve on right brake caliper.
- Open bleed valve.
- Run bleeding routine with BMW Diagnosis and Information System (DIS) with bleeder valve open.
- After running routine, press brake pedal 5 times to stop. Clear, bubble-free brake fluid must flow out.
- Close bleeder valve.
- Repeat procedure at left rear caliper.
- Switch off bleeder unit and disconnect from expansion tank.
- Check brake fluid level.
- Close expansion tank. Take care of rubber gasket in lid.
NOTE:
Check relevant operating instructions for each device.