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Honda Civic L4-1.8L CNG (2008)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair

Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Engine
L4-1.8L CNG
Year
2008
Section
Brake Bleeding › Service and Repair
MaintenanceService and Repair · page 1 of 2
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Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair

Brake System Bleeding

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Do not reuse the drained fluid. Use only clean Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid from an unopened container. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause
corrosion and shorten the life of the system.

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Do not mix different brands of brake fluid; they may not be compatible.

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Make sure no dirt or other foreign matter is allowed to contaminate the brake fluid.

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Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle, it may damage the paint; if brake fluid does contact the paint, wash it off immediately with water.

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The reservoir connected to the master cylinder must be at the MAX (upper) level mark at the start of the bleeding procedure and checked after
bleeding each brake system. Add fluid as required.

1. Make sure the brake fluid level in the reservoir (A) is at the MAX (upper) level line (B).

2. Have someone slowly pump the brake pedal several times, then apply steady pressure.
3. Start the bleeding at the driver's side of the front brake system.

4. Attach a length of clear drain tube (A) to the bleed screw (B), then, loosen the bleed screw to allow air to escape from the system. Then tighten the

bleed screw securely.

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