4 Runner SR5 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1997)
Loosen/Tighten Bleeder Plug
Insert other end of the tube in a half-full container of brake fluid.
CAUTION: Bleed air of the rear brake first. If front brake is bled first, rear brake air cannot be bled.
4. Bleed brake line.
(a) Slowly depress the brake pedal several times.
(b) While an assistant depresses the pedal, loosen the bleeder plug until fluid starts to run out. Then tighten the bleeder plug.
(c) Repeat this procedure until there are no more air bubbles in the fluid.
Bleeder plug tightening torque: 11 Nm (8 ft. lbs.)
5. Repeat procedure for each wheel.
6. Bleed Load Sensing Proportioning (LSP) & By-Pass Valve (BV).
LOAD SENSING PROPORTIONING AND BY-PASS VALVE (LSP & BV) ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. SET REAR AXLE LOAD
Rear axle load (includes vehicle weight): 924 kg (2,033 lb)
2. INSTALL LSPV GAUGE (SST) AND BLEED AIR SST 09709-29018
3. RAISE FRONT BRAKE FLUID PRESSURE TO FOLLOWING SPECIFICATION AND CHECK REAR BRAKE FLUID PRESSURE
Rear brake fluid pressure:
HINT: The brake pedal should not be depressed twice and/or returned while setting to the specified pressure. Read the value of rear pressure 2
seconds after adjusting the specified fluid pressure.