LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Oldsmobile >> 2000 >> Intrigue GLS >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Brakes >> Mechanical - Hydraulic >> Disc Brakes & Drum Brakes >> Bleeding Brake System >> Pressure Bleeding (Non-Abs)

Pressure Bleeding (Non-Abs)

  1. Deplete vacuum reserve from power brake booster by depressing brake pedal several times with engine off. Clean master cylinder reservoir cap and surrounding area. Remove cap. Check and fill brake fluid reservoir. Ensure pressure bleeder tank is at least 1/2 full of brake fluid. Connect Diaphragm Type Pressure Bleeder (J 29532) and Brake Pressure Bleeder Adapter (J 35589-A), or equivalents.
  2. Adjust pressure bleeder 5-10 psi (.35-.70 kg/cm2 ). Wait 30 seconds, and ensure there are no leaks. Adjust pressure bleeder to 25-35 psi (1.8-2.5 kg/cm2 ). Ensure there is no leakage. Raise and support vehicle. Attach bleeder hose to first bleeder valve to be serviced. See BRAKELINE BLEEDING SEQUENCE  table under MANUAL BLEEDING. Submerge other end of hose in clean transparent container.
  3. Slowly open bleeder valve and allow fluid to flow. When fluid flowing into container is clear and free of bubbles, close bleeder valve securely. Open each remaining bleeder valve in sequence to finish bleeding system. Release pressure of bleeder. Disconnect pressure tank from master cylinder. Check brake fluid level. Fill as necessary.
  4. Ensure brake pedal feels firm and constant, not spongy. If pedal travel is not excessive, start engine. Check brake pedal again for firmness. If brake pedal is okay, road test vehicle, performing several normal stops from moderate speed. If spongy or soft pedal exists, repeat bleeding procedure. Check fluid level when finished.
scientia non olet · About LEMON Manuals