Explorer 2WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN E EFI (1997)
Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair
Gravity Bleeding
- Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-1 9542-AB or DOT 3 equivalent meeting Ford specification
ESA-M6C25-A, DOT 3.
NOTE:The brake master cylinder reservoir cap must be left off during this procedure.
- Loosen both rear disc brake caliper bleeder screws and leave open until clear bubble-free brake fluid flows. Be sure to check the brake fluid level in
the brake master cylinder reservoir often. Do not let it run dry.
Tightening Rear Bleeder Screws
- Tighten the rear bleeder screws.
- Open the front disc brake caliper bleeder screws one at a time. Leave open until clear bubble-free brake fluid flows. Be sure to check the brake fluid
level in the brake master cylinder reservoir often. Do not let it run dry.
Tightening Front Bleeder Screws
- Tighten the front bleeder screws.
Manual Bleeding
WARNING: 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 into the system and cause spongy brake pedal
action. This requires the bleeding 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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When bleeding the brake system start with the longest brake line and work around the vehicle until all of the brake calipers have been bled.
