Escort ZX2 L4-2.0L DOHC VIN 3 (2000)
bleeding removes the air from the brake hydraulic system to the bleeder screws.
Note: The engine must be running to provide adequate voltage to the HCU module during the anti-lock control portion of the system bleed.
Connect the scan tool.
2. Start the engine and depress the brake pedal to half of the full travel position.
3. Access FUNCTION TEST mode and press the trigger to run the SYSTEM BLEED FUNCTION.
4. Manually bleed the brake hydraulic system.
5. Repeat the procedure performing a total of two scan tool cycles and two manual bleed cycles; the bleed procedure is complete.
Gravity Bleed - Front Disc Brake Caliper Only
1. CAUTION: Be sure to check the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir often. Do not let it air dry.
Open the front disc brake caliper bleeder screw. Leave open until clear bubble-free brake fluid flows.
2. Tighten the front disc brake caliper bleeder screw.
3. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with High Performance DOT 3 Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB or equivalent meeting Ford specification
ESA-M6C25-A, DOT 3.
Gravity Bleed - Rear Disc Brake Caliper Only (Mexico Only)
1. CAUTION: Be sure to check the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir often. Do not let it run dry.
Open the rear disc brake caliper bleeder screw. Leave open until clear bubble-free brake fluid flows.