Expedition 4WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (1997)
9. Bleed the system.
Pressure Bleeding
WARNING:
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Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. if brake fluid
contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water
and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.
CAUTION:
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Do not allow the brake master cylinder reservoir to run dry during the bleeding operation. Keep the brake master cylinder reservoir filled with the
specified brake fluid. Never reuse the brake fluid that has been drained from the hydraulic system.
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Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.
NOTE:
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When any part of the hydraulic system has been disconnected for repair or replacement, air may get in to the system and cause spongy brake pedal
action. This requires the bleeding of the affected portions of the hydraulic system after it has been properly connected. The hydraulic system can
be bled manually or with pressure bleeding equipment Brake Bleeder.
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Bleed the longest line first. Be sure the bleeder tank contains enough specified brake fluid to complete the bleeding operation.
1. Clean all dirt from and remove the (A) brake master cylinder filler cap and fill the (B) brake master cylinder reservoir with the specified brake
fluid.
2. Install Brake Bleeder to the brake master cylinder reservoir and attach the bleeder tank hose to the fitting on the adapter.
NOTE: Master cylinder pressure bleeder adapter tools are available from various manufacturers of pressure bleeding equipment. Follow the
instructions of the manufacturer when installing the adapter.
3. Place a box end wrench on the RH rear disc brake caliper bleeder screw. Attach a rubber drain tube to the RH rear disc brake caliper bleeder screw
and submerge the free end of the tube in a container partially filled with clean brake fluid.
4. Open the valve on the bleeder tank.
5. Open the rear disc brake caliper bleeder screw. Leave open until clear, bubble-free brake fluid flows, then close rear disc brake caliper bleeder
screw and remove the rubber hose.
6. Continue bleeding the rest of the system, going in order from the LH rear disc brake caliper to the RH front disc brake caliper ending with the LH
front disc brake caliper.
7. Close the bleeder tank valve and remove the tank hose from the adapter and remove the adapter.
8. Fill the (A) brake master cylinder reservoir and install the (B) brake master cylinder filler cap.
4 Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes (4WABS)
