Alero L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (2000)
17. Close the valve and release the brake pedal.
18. Repeat the previous 3 steps until air bubbles are no longer present.
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Tighten the ABS brake modulator bleeder valves to 9 Nm (80 inch lbs.).
19. Use the following bleed sequence to bleed the system
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Right rear
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Left front
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Left rear
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Right front
Important: Ensure that the bleeder valves do not leak.
20. Complete the following steps in order to bleed the brakes:
20.1.
Attach a clear plastic bleeder hose (3) to the bleeder valve at the wheel.
20.2.
Submerge the opposite hose end in a clean container (2) partially filled with clean brake fluid.
20.3.
Slowly open the bleeder valve and allow the fluid to flow.
20.4.
Close the valve when the fluid begins to flow without any air bubbles. Tap lightly on the caliper (1) or backing plate in order to dislodge
any trapped air bubbles.
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Tighten the front caliper bleeder valves to 13 Nm (115 inch lbs.).
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Tighten rear caliper bleeder valves to 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.).
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Tighten the rear wheel cylinder bleeder valves to 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.).
21. Lower the vehicle.
22. Remove the brake fluid reservoir cover.
23. Inspect the brake fluid level in the reservoir (1). Fill the reservoir to the correct level if necessary.
24. Install the brake fluid reservoir cover.
25. Install the battery tray.
26. Cycle the ignition to the ON then OFF position. Do not start the engine. Apply the brake pedal with moderate force and hold the pedal. Note the
pedal travel and feel.
27. If the pedal feels firm and constant and pedal travel is not excessive, start the engine. With the engine running, recheck the pedal travel.
28. If the pedal feel is still firm and constant and pedal travel is not excessive, perform a vehicle road test. Make several normal (non-ABS) stops from
a moderate speed in order to ensure proper brake system function.
29. If pedal feel is soft or has excessive travel either initially or after engine start, use the following procedure:
29.1.
Using the scan tool, release then apply each motor 2-3 times and cycle each solenoid 5-10 times.
