Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Mazda
01 Relays and Modules02 Sensors and Switches03 Maintenance04 Engine, Cooling and Exhaust05 Powertrain Management06 Transmission and Drivetrain07 Brakes and Traction Control08 Starting and Charging09 Power and Ground Distribution10 Steering and Suspension11 Heating and Air Conditioning12 Accessories and Optional Equipment13 Body and Frame14 Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators15 Lighting and Horns
Mazda B Series Truck L4-2209cc DSL (1982)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Brake Bleeding: Specifications (page 3 of 3)

Make
Mazda
Model
B Series Truck
Engine
L4-2209cc DSL
Year
1982
Section
Brake Bleeding
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 3 of 3
background image

5.  A second person should loosen the bleeder screw, drain out the fluid, and retighten the screw.

Caution
a)  The two people should stay in voice contact with each other.
b)  Be sure the pedal remains depressed until the air bleed screw is tightened.

6.  Repeat steps 4 and 5 until no air bubbles are seen.

Caution
a)  After tightening the bleeder screw, check to be sure that there is no fluid leakage.
b)  Be sure to clean away any spilled fluid with rags.

7.  After bleeding the air, add brake fluid to the reserve tank up to the specified level.

Bleeder screw tightening torque

Front: 5.9 - 8.8 N.m (60 - 90 kgf.cm, 53 - 78 in.lbf) 
Rear : 5.9 - 6.8 N.m (6O - 7O kgf.cm, 53 - 61 in.lbf)

Pinch or Ctrl + scroll to zoom. Double-tap to reset.

Parts & tools for this job For 1982 Mazda B Series 2.2L

Links open Amazon search results in a new tab. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.