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Manual Bleeding

CAUTION: DO NOT allow master cylinder reservoir to run dry during bleeding procedure. Fill master cylinder with clean DOT 3 brake fluid. DO NOT reuse brake fluid that has been drained from hydraulic system.
  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. 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 and repeat bleeding procedure.