1500 4x4 Pickup V8-360 5.9L Magnum (1996)
Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair
Antilock Brake System Bleeding Procedures
W/ Four Wheel Antilock Brakes
The anti-lock brake system must be bled any time air enters the hydraulic system. It is important to note that excessive air in the brake system may set a
primary pressure diagnostic trouble code in the control module.
Pressure or manual bleeding procedures can be used when bleeding the ABS system after hoses or brake lines have been disconnected. Bleeding the
ABS hydraulic system is also necessary after replacement of the hydraulic assembly or wheel brakes. During bleeding procedures, ensure the brake fluid
level remains close to the Full mark on the reservoir.
The brake lines may be pressure bled using a standard diaphragm type pressure bleeder. Only diaphragm type pressure bleeding equipment should be
used in order to prevent air, moisture and other contaminants from entering the system. In addition, only DOT 3 brake fluid should be used.
Perform bleeding procedure as outlined in the Hydraulic System/Service and Repair in the following order:
1. Master cylinder.
2. Rear anti-lock valve.
3. Combination valve.
4. Front anti-lock valve.
5. Left rear wheel.
6. Right rear wheel.
7. Right front wheel.
8. Left front wheel.
W/ Rear Wheel Antilock Brakes
The anti-lock brake system must be bled any time air enters the hydraulic system. It is important to note that excessive air in the brake system may set a
primary pressure diagnostic trouble code in the control module.
Pressure or manual bleeding procedures can be used when bleeding the ABS system after hoses or brake lines have been disconnected. Bleeding the
ABS hydraulic system is also necessary after replacement of the hydraulic assembly or wheel brakes. During bleeding procedures, ensure the brake fluid
level remains close to the Full mark on the reservoir.
The brake lines may be pressure bled using a standard diaphragm type pressure bleeder. Only diaphragm type pressure bleeding equipment should be
used in order to prevent air, moisture and other contaminants from entering the system. In addition, only DOT 3 brake fluid should be used.
Perform bleeding procedure as outlined in the Hydraulic System/Service and Repair in the following order:
1. Master cylinder.
2. Front anti-lock valve.
3. Rear anti-lock valve.
4. Right rear wheel.
5. Left rear wheel.
6. Right front wheel.
7. Left front wheel.
