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Focus 1999 (08.1998-12.2004)

Brake System - General Information - Brake System Pressure Bleeding Focus 1999 (08/1998-12/2004)
General Procedures

General Equipment
Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS)
Brake/clutch system pressure bleeder/filler

Bleeding

WARNING:
WARNING:Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with the eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts the eyes, flush the eyes for 15 minutes with cold running water. 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:
CAUTION:If brake fluid is spilt on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.
NOTE:
NOTE:Make sure that the vehicle is standing on a level surface.
NOTE:
NOTE:The system consists of separate circuits for each front and diagonally opposite rear wheel. Each circuit can be bled independently.
  1. Fill the brake fluid reservoir to the MAX mark.
  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Make sure that the pressure within the brake system does not exceed 1 bar.
    CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Make sure that the pressure bleeding equipment is filled with new brake fluid to the correct specification.
    Using the brake/clutch system pressure bleeder/filler, pressure bleed the system in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Make sure that the bleed nipple cap is installed after bleeding the brake line(s). This will prevent corrosion to the bleed nipple. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the bleed nipple becoming seized.
    Fill the brake fluid reservoir to the MAX mark as necessary.

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