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Toyota Highlander 4WD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2004)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair

Make
Toyota
Model
Highlander 4WD
Engine
V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE)
Year
2004
Section
Brake Bleeding › Service and Repair
MaintenanceService and Repair · page 1 of 5
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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 the air out of the brake system.

NOTICE:  Wash brake fluid off immediately if it adheres to any painted surface.

1. FILL RESERVOIR WITH BRAKE FLUID 

Fluid: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT3

2. BLEED MASTER CYLINDER

HINT: If the master cylinder has been disassembled or if the reservoir becomes empty, bleed the air out of the master cylinder.

(a) Using SST, disconnect the brake lines from the master cylinder.

SST 09023-00100

(b) Slowly depress and hold the brake pedal.

(c) Cover the outer holes with your fingers, and release the brake pedal.
(d) Repeat (b) and (c) 3 or 4 times.
(e) Using SST connect the brake lines from the master cylinder.

SST 09023-00100
Torque: 15 Nm (155 kgf-cm, 11 ft-lbf) 

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