F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN 5 (2004)
Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair
Bleeding - System
Brake System Bleeding
Special Tool(s)
Material
Gravity 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. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION: 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.
CAUTION: Do not spill brake fluid onto painted or plastic surfaces. If spilled, wipe up immediately before damage to the plastic or painted surfaces
occurs.
NOTE: When any part of the hydraulic system has been disconnected for repair or new installation, air may get into the system and cause spongy
brake pedal action. This requires bleeding of the hydraulic system after it has been correctly connected. The hydraulic system can be gravity bled,
manually bled or with pressure bleeding equipment.
NOTE: When a new brake master cylinder has been installed or the system has been emptied, or partially emptied, it should be primed to prevent air
from getting into the system.
1. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with brake fluid.
2. Connect a clear tube to the RH rear disc brake caliper bleeder screw and the other end in a container partially filled with recommended brake fluid.
3. Open the bleeder screw and leave open until clear bubble-free brake fluid flows.
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Refill the brake master cylinder reservoir as necessary.
