Solara Coupe L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE) (2007)
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 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.
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(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.
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Torque: 15 Nm (155 kgf-cm, 11 ft. lbs.)
3. BLEED BRAKE LINE
(a)
Connect the vinyl tube to the bleeder plug.