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Honda Prelude L4-1958cc DOHC (1989)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair

Make
Honda
Model
Prelude
Engine
L4-1958cc DOHC
Year
1989
Section
Brake Bleeding › Service and Repair
MaintenanceService and Repair
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Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair

Brake System Bleeding Sequence

 Do not mix different brands of brake fluid as they may not be compatible. Use only DOT 3 or 4 brake fluid.

1.

Have an assistant slowly pump brake pedal several times, then hold steady pressure.

2.

Loosen brake bleed screw to allow air to escape from system, then tighten bleed screw securely.

3.

Repeat procedure for each wheel in sequence shown in Fig. 3. until air bubbles no longer appear in fluid. Master cylinder reservoir must be full
when starting bleeding procedure and checked after bleeding each wheel.

4.

Check brake performance by road testing vehicle.

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Parts & tools for this job For 1989 Honda Prelude 2.0L

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