Taurus V6-183 3.0L VIN U FI (1993)
Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair
Pressure Bleeding
Be sure the bleeder tank contains enough of the specified brake fluid to complete the bleeding operation. Charge the tank with approximately 69-206
kPa (10-30 psi). Never exceed 345 kPa (50 psi). Never use brake fluid that has been drained from the hydraulic system. Bleed the longest lines first.
1. Clean all dirt from master cylinder reservoir cover.
2. Remove master cylinder filler cap and fill master cylinder reservoir with specified brake fluid. Install pressure bleeder adapter tool to master
cylinder and attach bleeder tank hose to fitting on adapter. Follow manufacturer's instructions when installing adapter.
3. If all wheel cylinders are to be bled, start with RH rear brake wheel cylinder and attach bleeder tube snugly around bleeder fitting.
4. Open valve on bleeder tank to admit pressurized brake fluid to master cylinder reservoir.
5. Submerge free end of tube in container partially filled with clean brake fluid and loosen bleeder fitting.
6. When air bubbles cease to appear in fluid at submerged end of bleeder tube, close bleeder fitting and remove tube. Replace rubber dust cap on
bleeder screw.
7. Repeat Steps 3 through 6 at LH front wheel caliper.
8. Next, repeat Steps 4, 5 and 6, starting at LH wheel cylinder and ending at RH front wheel caliper.
9. When bleeding operation is completed, close bleeder tank valve and remove tank hose from adapter fitting.
10. After disc brake service, ensure disc brake pistons are returned to their normal positions and the shoe and lining assemblies are properly seated.
This is accomplished by depressing the brake pedal several times until normal pedal travel is established.
11. Remove the pressure bleeder adapter tool from master cylinder. Fill the master cylinder reservoir to 4.0mm (0.16 inch) below the MAX line on
the reservoir. Install the master cylinder cap.
