Passport EX 4WD V6-3165cc 3.2L DOHC MFI (2001)
Brake Bleeding: All Technical Service Bulletins
Brakes - Revised Brake Bleeding Procedure
01-016
January 30, 2001
Applies To:
1998-01 Passport - ALL
Service Manual Update: Revised Brake Bleeding Procedure
BACKGROUND
The brake bleeding procedure in the 1998 thru 2001 Passport Service Manuals is incomplete. Use this service bulletin to update the manuals.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
None.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.
In the 1998, 1999, 2000, and 2001 Passport Service Manuals, on pages 5A-21 and 5A-22, cross out the entire Tech 2 Service Bleed procedure.
2.
In each manual, on page 5A-21, write this note:
See page 5C-10 for the brake bleeding procedure
3.
In each manual, on page 5C-10, between steps 1 and 2, write this note: For important additional information, see Service Bulletin 01-016, Service
Manual Update: Revised Brake Bleeding Procedure, Filed under Brakes.
SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE INFORMATION
To avoid trapping air bubbles in the ABS hydraulic unit while bleeding the brakes, the hydraulic unit must be tilted forward at a 15-degree angle or
greater. Before bleeding, check the angle of the ABS hydraulic unit with an angle locator level. If needed, raise the rear of the vehicle to get the proper