Grand Prix V6-191 3.1L VIN M SFI (1998)
6.1. Slowly open the brake pipe tube nuts on the brake modulator. Inspect for air in the escaping fluid.
6.2. When the air flow ceases, immediately tighten the tube nut.
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Tighten the tube nut to modulator 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
7. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
IMPORTANT: Bleed sequence:
1. Right rear
2. Left front
3. Left rear
4. Right front
8. Bleed the brakes in the sequence shown above:
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the bleeder valves do not leak.
9. Attach a clear plastic bleeder hose (3) to the bleeder valve at the wheel.
10. Submerge the opposite hose end in a clean container (2) partially filled with clean brake fluid.
11. Slowly open the bleeder valve and allow the fluid to flow.
12. Close the valve when the fluid begins to flow without any air bubbles. Tap lightly on the caliper (1) in order to dislodge any trapped air bubbles.
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Tighten the front caliper bleeder valves to 13 Nm (115 in. lbs.).
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Tighten rear caliper bleeder valves to 7 Nm (62 in. lbs.).
13. Remove the pressure bleeding equipment, including the J 35589.
14. Lower the vehicle.
15. Inspect the brake fluid level in the reservoir. Fill the reservoir to the proper level if necessary.
16. Reinstall the brake fluid reservoir cap.
17. Turn the ignition to the RUN position, then turn off the engine.
18. Apply the brake pedal with moderate force and hold the brake pedal. Note the pedal travel and feel.
19. If the pedal feels firm and constant and pedal travel is not excessive, start the engine. With the engine running, re-check the pedal travel.
20. If the pedal travel is still firm and constant and pedal travel is not excessive, perform a road test on the vehicle. Make several normal (non-ABS)
stops from a moderate speed in order to ensure proper brake system function. Allow adequate cooling time between stops.
