Tacoma PreRunner 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (2003)
Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair
BRAKE FLUID BLEEDING
HINT: If any work is done on the brake system or if air is suspected in the brake lines, bleed the air from the system.
NOTICE: Do not let brake fluid remain on a painted surface. Wash it off immediately.
1. FILL BRAKE RESERVOIR WITH BRAKE FLUID
Check the fluid level in the reservoir after bleeding each wheel. Add fluid, if necessary. Fluid: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT3
2. BLEED MASTER CYLINDER
HINT: If the master cylinder was disassembled or if the reservoir becomes empty, bleed the air from the master cylinder.
a. Disconnect the brake lines from the master cylinder.
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b. Slowly depress the brake pedal and hold it.
c. Block off the outlet plug with your finger, and release the brake pedal.
d. Repeat (b) and (c) 3 or 4 times.
3. BLEED BRAKE LINE
a. Connect the vinyl tube to the caliper or wheel cylinder bleeder plug.
HINT: Begin air bleeding from the wheel cylinder with the longest hydraulic.
b. Depress the brake pedal several times, then loosen the bleeder plug with the pedal held down.