RX 350 FWD V6-3.5L (2GR-FE) (2010)
Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair
Up to 08/2009
BRAKE SYSTEM (OTHER): 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 from the brake system.
NOTICE:
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Move the shift lever to P and apply the parking brake before bleeding the brakes.
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Add brake fluid to keep the level between MIN and MAX lines of the reservoir while bleeding the brakes.
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If brake fluid leaks onto any painted surface, wash off and remove the brake fluid completely.
1. FILL RESERVOIR WITH BRAKE FLUID See: Hydraulic System/Brake Fluid/Service and Repair
2. BLEED BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER
NOTICE:
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If the master cylinder is reinstalled or runs out of brake fluid, bleed the master cylinder.
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To prevent brake fluid from damaging painted surfaces, cover any surrounding parts with a piece of cloth.
(a) Using a union nut wrench, disconnect the 2 brake lines from the master cylinder sub-assembly.
(b) Slowly depress the brake pedal and hold it*1.
(c) Cover the 2 outer holes with fingers, and release the brake pedal*2.
(d) Repeat steps *1 and *2, 3 or 4 times.
(e) Using a union nut wrench, connect the 2 brake lines to the master cylinder.
Torque : 20 Nm (199 kgf-cm, 14 ft-lbf)
NOTICE:
Use the formula to calculate special torque values for situations where the union nut wrench is combined with a torque wrench See:
Service Precautions.
3. BLEED BRAKE LINE See: Hydraulic System/Brake Fluid/Service and Repair
4. BLEED BRAKE ACTUATOR
NOTICE: