Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Fiat
01 00 Introduction and technical data02 10 Engine03 21 Gearbox and differential04 33 Braking system05 41 Steering06 44 Suspension and wheels07 27 Axle and rear differential (4x4)08 24 Propeller shaft (4x4)09 55 Electrical system10 70 Bodywork
Fiat Panda (141) Factory Service Manual (1986-2003)04 · 33 Braking system
04 · General

Removing

Make
Fiat
Model
Panda (141) Factory Service Manual
Year
1986–2003
Section
Hydraulic operation (2000 range) › Removing
33 Braking systemRemoving · page 1 of 2
Diagram showing the brake fluid reservoir and connections in the engine compartment, with callout number 1 pointing to a connection on the reservoir.

Removing

Proceed with removing the brake servo, carrying out the following operations:

  • Remove the spare wheel;
  • Remove the jack
  1. Disconnect the connections for the brake fluid level sensor and remove the cap;
Diagram showing a hand using a special syringe to drain brake fluid from the reservoir.
  1. Drain the brake fluid using a special syringe;
  2. Bleed the air from the hydraulic braking system;
  3. Connect a pipe with a special container and fully depress the brake pedal, several time, to drain the remaining fluid from the system pipes.

The brake fluid collected should not be reused. The level should be topped up using new brake fluid.

Diagram of the front wheel suspension area showing a brake line connection point indicated by an arrow.

Parts & tools for this job For 1986 Fiat Panda

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