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Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU)

NOTE: Perform HCU bleeding procedure if HCU has been replaced or HCU brakelines have been disconnected.
  1. Clean dirt from around master cylinder reservoir cap. Fill master cylinder reservoir with clean DOT 3 brake fluid. Connect drain hose to right rear bleeder screw. Submerge other end of hose in clear container full of clean brake fluid.
  2. Have an assistant pump brake pedal, and then hold firm pressure on brake pedal. Loosen right rear bleeder screw until fluid flows from screw. Have an assistant maintain pressure on brake pedal while tightening bleeder screw. Repeat bleeding procedure until brake fluid flow is clear and free of bubbles. Refill master cylinder reservoir as necessary.
  3. Tighten right rear bleeder screw and remove drain hose. Proceed to left rear, right front and left front wheels in sequence. Install New Generation Star (NGS) tester with Cable (007-00531) to Data Link Connector (DLC) located behind left side of instrument panel, and follow NGS tester instructions. Repeat bleeding procedure for all 4 wheels.
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