F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN 5 (2004)
4. Tighten the disc brake caliper bleeder screw.
5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 for the three remaining brake calipers, going in order from the LH rear disc brake caliper to the RH front disc brake
caliper ending with the LH front disc brake caliper.
6. If the brake pedal feels spongy, repeat the bleed procedure.
Manual Bleeding
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If
brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink
water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Do not allow the brake master cylinder reservoir to run dry during the bleeding operation. Keep the brake master cylinder reservoir filled
with the specified brake fluid. Never reuse the brake fluid that has been drained from the hydraulic system.
CAUTION: Do not spill brake fluid onto painted or plastic surfaces. If spilled, wipe up immediately before damage to the plastic or painted surfaces
occurs.
NOTE: When any part of the hydraulic system has been disconnected for repair or new installation, air may get into the system and cause spongy
brake pedal action. This requires bleeding of the hydraulic system after it has been correctly connected. The hydraulic system can be gravity bled,
manually bled or with pressure bleeding equipment.
1. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with brake fluid.
2. Connect a clear tube to the RH rear disc brake caliper bleeder screw and the other end in a container partially filled with recommended brake fluid.
3. Have an assistant pump the brake pedal and then hold firm pressure on the brake pedal.
4. Loosen the disc brake caliper bleeder screw until a stream of brake fluid comes out. Have an assistant maintain pressure on the brake pedal while
tightening the disc brake caliper bleeder screw.
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Repeat until clear, bubble-free fluid comes out.
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Refill the brake master cylinder reservoir as necessary.
