Brake Fluid Replacement

Brake Bleeding

 

NOTE: This procedure may not be compatible with all ABS systems, consult service manual first

Maintenance interval: Yearly or 30,000 miles

 

Step 1: Locate bleeder screws, there should be one on each caliper or wheel cylinder. Attach a clear vinyl hose to the screw, push it on where it is in a position where it shouldn’t leak or allow air to pass through. Put the other end of the hose in a container filled with approximately 1 inch of clean brake fluid.

(Bleeder screw on disc brakes)

 (Bleeder screw on drum brakes)

Step 2: With the hose on the screw, loosen the screw one full turn. Have an assistant push down on the brake pedal, not too quickly but all the way down. Tighten the bleeder screw before letting the brake pedal back up. Never let the brake fluid reservoir’s level fall less than half full check the level often and add quality brake fluid to the reservoir, make sure it is the type your car calls for. Tighten bleeder screws to factory specs, normally around 54 inch pounds.

Step 3: Continue bleeding the brake line until it is clear and there are no bubbles present. Continue to the other lines and repeat the steps.

Step 4: Fill up the brake reservoir to the full mark.

 (Brake fluid reservoir)  (Quality brake fluid)

Step 5: Make sure all screws are tight and take the car for a test drive. Make sure no leaks are present. That’s all!