Pressure Bleeding
CAUTION:
The anti-lock brake system must be bled using the following procedure. If this procedure is not followed, air will be trapped in the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU), resulting in a spongy pedal.
NOTE:
DO NOT allow master cylinder to run dry during bleeding procedure.
- Turn ignition off. Unplug ABS control module 40-pin connector. ABS control module is located in engine compartment, on left front inner fender panel behind plastic fender liner. Install ABS Harness Adapter (T90P-50-ALA) and Jumper (T93T-50-ALA). Set BLEEDER/HARNESS switch to BLEED position. Turn ignition switch to ON position. Red OFF indicator light will glow.
- Press MOTOR button on adapter. Pump motor will run. Red indicator light will go out; Green ON indicator will glow. Pump will run for 60 seconds. If pump motor needs to be turned off before 60 seconds has elapsed, press ABORT button.
- After pump motor runs for 20 seconds, press and hold VALVE button for 20 seconds, then release. Pump will continue to run for an additional 20 seconds. Brakes may now be bled in the conventional manner using the following sequence: right rear, left front, left rear, and right front.