Replacing brake fluid, rear

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Fig 1: Identifying Jimmy Inserted Between Brake Pads

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Insert the jimmy between the brake pads (as a counterhold) to keep the piston in.

Open the bleed nipple, approximately one turn.

Pressurize the braking system using the bleeding unit

Leave the bleed nipple open until the new brake fluid enters.

Close the nipple. Remove the hose.

Reinstall the protective cap on the bleed nipple.

Remove the jimmy between the brake pads.

Install the brake caliper

See Install the locating pins in the brake caliper .

Remove the bleeding unit

See Remove the bleeding unit .

Finishing work

See Finishing work .