RX 330 FWD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2006)
Brake Fluid: Service and Repair
BRAKE FLUID
BLEEDING
HINT: If any work is performed on the brake system or if air in the brake lines is suspected, bleed the air out of the brake system.
NOTICE: Wash the brake fluid off immediately if it adheres to any painted surfaces.
1. REMOVE V-BANK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
2. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY
3. REMOVE AIR CLEANER HOSE NO. 1
4. FILL RESERVOIR WITH BRAKE FLUID
a. Fill up the reservoir with brake fluid.
Fluid: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT3
NOTICE: Perform the procedure after confirming the subtank at the upper of the master cylinder assembly is filled enough.
5. BLEED MASTER CYLINDER
HINT: If the master cylinder has been disassembled or if the reservoir becomes empty, bleed the air out of the master cylinder.
a. Using SST, disconnect the brake lines from the master cylinder.
SST 09023-00101
b. Slowly depress and hold the brake pedal.
c. Cover the outer holes with your fingers, and release the brake pedal.
d. Repeat the above bleeding operation several times until the air in the master cylinder is bled out.
e. Using SST, connect the brake lines from the master cylinder.
SST 09023-00101
Torque: 15 Nm (155 kgf-cm, 11 ft. lbs.)
6. INSTALL AIR CLEANER HOSE NO. 1
7. INSTALL AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY
8. INSTALL V-BANK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY