B3000 V6-3.0L (2007)
Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair
Brake System Bleeding
BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING
Manual
Warning:
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Use of any other than approved DOT 3 brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes
inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
Warning:
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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:
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Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with
water.
Caution:
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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.
Note:
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When any part of the hydraulic system has been disconnected for repair or replacement, air can get into the system and cause spongy brake pedal
action. This requires bleeding of the hydraulic system after it has; been properly connected. The hydraulic system can be bled manually or with
pressure bleeding equipment.
1. Clean all dirt from and remove the brake master cylinder filler cap and fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with the specified brake fluid.
2. Place a box end wrench on the RH rear bleeder screw. Attach a rubber drain tube to the RH rear bleeder screw and submerge the free end of the
tube in a container partially filled with clean brake fluid.
3. Have an assistant pump, and then hold firm pressure on, the brake pedal.
4. Loosen the RH rear bleeder screw until a stream of brake fluid comes out. While an assistant maintains pressure on the brake pedal, tighten the RH
rear bleeder screw.
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Repeat until clear, bubble-free fluid comes out.
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Refill the brake master cylinder reservoir as necessary.
