xA L4-1.5L (1NZ-FE) (2006)
Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair
BRAKE FLUID
BLEEDING
HINT: If any work is performed on the brake system or if air in the brake lines is suspected, bleed air from the brake system.
NOTICE: Wash off brake fluid immediately if it comes in contact with any painted surface.
1. FILL RESERVOIR WITH BRAKE FLUID
Fluid: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT3
2. BLEED AIR FROM BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER
HINT: If the master cylinder has been disassembled or if the reservoir becomes empty, bleed air from the master cylinder.
a) Using SST, disconnect the brake lines from the master cylinder.
SST 09023-00101
b) Slowly depress and hold the brake pedal.
c) Cover the outer holes with your fingers, and release the pedal.
d) Repeat the 2 previous steps 3 or 4 times.
e) Using SST, connect the brake lines to the master cylinder.
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Torque: 15 Nm (155 kgf-cm, 11 ft. lbs.) without SST
14 Nm (143 kgf-cm, 10 ft. lbs.) with SST
HINT: Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 30 cm (11.81 inch).