S-Type (X200) V8-4.2L (2005)
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11. Bleed the caliper.
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Make sure the bleed tube is firmly attached to the bleed nipple.
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Submerge the end of the bleed tube in a bleed jar containing a small quantity of approved brake fluid.
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Position the bleed jar base at least 300 mm (12 inch) above the bleed nipple to maintain fluid pressure and prevent air leaking past the bleed
nipple threads.
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Position the brake caliper with the piston facing down and the bleed nipple at the top.
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Open the bleed nipple half a turn.
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Using the special tool, fully retract the caliper piston.
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Close the bleed nipple.
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Repeat the above procedure twice.
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Fill up the brake master cylinder reservoir to the MAX mark as necessary.
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Continue to bleed the caliper using the above procedure until air-free brake fluid is pumped into the jar.
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Fully tighten the bleed nipple.
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Make sure the piston grooves are aligned to fit the brake pad peg when the caliper is assembled.
12. Install the outer brake pad.
13. Install the brake caliper.
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Install new brake caliper guide pin retaining bolts.
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Tighten to 34 Nm.
14. Bleed the braking system.
15. Install the wheels and tires.
