Solara Convertible V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2008)
Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair
BRAKE: BRAKE FLUID: BLEEDING
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.
NOTE: 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 BRAKE 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) 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 brake pedal.
(d) Repeat (b) and (c) 3 or 4 times.
(e) Connect the brake lines to the master cylinder.
SST: 09023-00101
Torque: 15 Nm (155 kgf-cm, 11 ft-lbf)
3. BLEED BRAKE LINE
(a) Connect the vinyl tube to the bleeder plug.