Bleeding rear axle brake circuit

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Connect vent hose with collecting vessel to vent valve on rear right brake caliper.

Close vent valve.

Run brake bleeding procedure with DIS with vent valve open.

After completing routine, press brake pedal 5 times to floor; clear and bubble-free brake fluid must flow out.

Fig 1: Locating Bleeder Valve On Rear Right Brake Caliper

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Close vent valve.

Repeat procedure at rear left.