Pressure Bleeding
CAUTION:
DO NOT allow bleeder tank to run dry during bleeding procedure. Fill bleeder tank with clean DOT 3 brake fluid. DO NOT reuse brake fluid that has been drained from hydraulic system. Pressure bleeder tank should be charged with about 10-30 psi air pressure. DO NOT exceed 50 psi air pressure or system may be damaged.
NOTE:
Ensure bleeder tank contains enough brake fluid to complete bleeding operation.
- Clean dirt from master cylinder reservoir cap. Remove cap and fill reservoir with clean DOT 3 brake fluid. Install pressure bleeder adapter to master cylinder and attach bleeder tank hose to fitting on adapter.
- Connect drain hose to right rear bleeder screw. Submerge other end of hose in clear container full of clean brake fluid. Open bleeder tank valve, allowing pressurized brake fluid to enter master cylinder reservoir.
- Loosen right rear bleeder screw until fluid flows from screw. When no air bubbles are visible in fluid at submerged end of drain tube, close bleeder screw and remove drain hose.
- Repeat procedure for left rear, right front and left front wheels in sequence. When complete, close bleeder tank valve and remove tank hose from adapter fitting. Remove pressure bleeder adapter from master cylinder. Fill master cylinder reservoir and install cap.