Riviera V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (1995)
Fig. 210 Brake System Manual Bleed.
Fig. 21 Installing Pressure Bleeder Adapter
1. Loosen, then slightly retighten bleeder valves at all four wheels. Repair any broken, stripped or frozen valves at this time.
2. Using a diaphragm type pressure bleeder, install suitable bleeder adapter to master cylinder, Fig. 211.
3. Charge bleeder ball to 20-25 psi.
4. Connect pressure bleeder line to adapter.
5. Open line valve on pressure bleeder, then depress bleed-off valve on adapter until a small amount of brake fluid is released.
6. Raise and support vehicle.
7. Proceed to appropriate wheel first and follow set sequence according to Wheel Bleeding Sequence. See: Wheel Bleed Sequence
8. Place transparent tube over bleeder valve, then allow tube to hang down into transparent container, Fig. 210. Ensure end of tube is submerged in
clean brake fluid.
9. Open bleeder valve 1/2 to 3/4 turn and allow fluid to flow into container until all air is purged from line.
Wheel Bleed Sequence
If manual bleeding, RR-LF-LR-RF; if pressure bleeding, bleed front brakes together and rear brakes together.
