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Pressure Bleeding

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  1. Remove filler cap from the top of fluid reservoir on master cylinder.
  2. Install Adapter (8224) in the cap's place on the reservoir. See Fig 1 .
  3. Attach Bleeder Tank (C-3496-B), or equivalent to Adapter (8224). Pressurize the system following the pressure bleeder manufacturer's instructions.
  4. Remove rubber dust caps from all 4 bleeder screws.
  5. Starting at the left rear wheel, attach a clear hose to the bleeder screw at that wheel's brake caliper or wheel cylinder and feed the other end of hose into a clear jar containing enough fresh brake fluid to submerge the end of the hose. See Figure .
    6. CAUTION: Open bleeder screw at least one full turn when instructed. Some air may be trapped in the brake lines or valves, as far as 10 feet or more from the bleeder screw. If the bleeder screw is not opened sufficiently, fluid flow is restricted causing a slow, weak fluid discharge. This will NOT get all air out. Therefore, it is essential to open the bleeder screw at least one full turn to allow a fast, large volume discharge of brake fluid.
  6. Open bleeder screw at least one full turn or more to obtain an adequate flow of brake fluid. See Figure .
  7. After 4-8 ounces of brake fluid has been bled through the brake hydraulic circuit, and an air-free flow (no bubbles) is maintained in the clear plastic hose and jar, close the bleeder screw.
  8. Bleed the remaining wheel circuits in the same manner in sequence until all air is removed from the brake hydraulic system. See BRAKE BLEEDING SEQUENCE  .
  9. Check brake pedal travel. If pedal is excessive or has not improved, some air may still be trapped in the hydraulic system. Rebleed the brake system as necessary.
  10. Reinstall all 4 bleeder screw dust caps.
  11. Test drive vehicle to ensure brakes are operating properly and pedal feel is correct.
Fig 1: Bleeding Brake System (Pressure)
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