Corolla FX L4-1839cc DSL (1CLC) (1986)
Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair
BLEEDING OF BRAKE SYSTEM
NOTE: If any work is done on the brake system or if air is suspected in the brake lines, bleed the system of air.
CAUTION: Do not let brake fluid remain on a painted surface. Wash it off immediately.
1. FILL BRAKE RESERVOIR WITH BRAKE FLUID
Check the reservoir after bleeding each wheel. Add fluid, if necessary.
2. BLEED MASTER CYLINDER
NOTE: If the master cylinder was disassembled or if the reservoir tank becomes empty, bleed the air from the master cylinder.
(a) Disconnect the brake tubes from the master cylinder.
(b) Depress the brake pedal and hold it.
(c) Block off the outlet plug with your finger, and release the brake pedal.
(d) Repeat (b) and (c) three or four times.
3. CONNECT VINYL TUBE TO WHEEL CYLINDER BLEEDER PLUG
Insert other end of the tube in a half-full container of brake fluid.
NOTE: Begin air bleeding from the wheel cylinder with the longest hydraulic line.
4. BLEED BRAKE LINE