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Scion xA L4-1.5L (1NZ-FE) (2006)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair

Make
Scion
Model
xA
Engine
L4-1.5L (1NZ-FE)
Year
2006
Section
Brake Bleeding › Service and Repair
MaintenanceService and Repair · page 1 of 4
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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.

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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).

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Parts & tools for this job For 2006 Scion xA 1.5L

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