Pressure Bleeding Procedure

^ Tools Required
- J 29532 Diaphragm Type Brake Bleeder
- J 35589 Compact Brake Bleeder Adapter

NOTICE: Pressure bleeding equipment must be of the diaphragm type. It must have a rubber diaphragm between the air supply and the brake fluid to prevent air, moisture, and other contaminants from entering the hydraulic system.

1. Clean the brake fluid reservoir cover and the surrounding area.
2. Remove the brake fluid reservoir cover.
3. Inspect the brake fluid reservoir level.





4. After making sure tank valve is off, to prevent spray of fluid from air pressure in the line. Connect the J 35589 to the brake fluid reservoir.
5. Adjust the pressure bleed equipment to 35 - 70 kPa (5 - 10 psi).

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

IMPORTANT: Use a shop cloth to catch escaping brake fluid. Also, do not allow brake fluid to contact any painted surfaces as surface damage will occur. If brake fluid does contact any surface, flush surface with water to lessen damage.

6. If equipped with ABS Bleed the brake modulator brake pipe connections at mc1 and mc2 only using pressure bleeding equipment that is connected and pressurized:
6.1. Slowly open the brake pipe tube nuts on the brake modulator. Inspect for air in the escaping fluid.
6.2. When the air flow ceases, immediately tighten the tube nut.
^ Tighten the tube nut to modulator 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).

7. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.

IMPORTANT: Bleed sequence:
^ Right rear
^ Left front
^ Left rear
^ Right front

8. Bleed the brakes in the sequence shown above:

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the bleeder valves do not leak.





9. Attach a clear plastic bleeder hose (3) to the bleeder valve at the wheel.
10. Submerge the opposite hose end in a clean container (2) partially filled with clean brake fluid.
11. Slowly open the bleeder valve and allow the fluid to flow.
12. Close the valve when the fluid begins to flow without any air bubbles. Tap lightly on the caliper (1) in order to dislodge any trapped air bubbles.
^ Tighten the front caliper bleeder valves to 13 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
^ Tighten rear caliper bleeder valves to 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.).





13. Bleed air pressure from tank to avoid fluid spill. Remove the pressure bleeding equipment, including the J 35589.
14. Lower the vehicle.
15. Inspect the brake fluid level in the reservoir. Fill the reservoir to the proper level if necessary.
16. Reinstall the brake fluid reservoir cap.
17. Turn the ignition to the RUN position, then turn off the engine.
18. Apply the brake pedal with moderate force and hold the brake pedal. Note the pedal travel and feel.
19. If the pedal feels firm and constant and pedal travel is not excessive, start the engine. With the engine running, re-check the pedal travel.
20. If the pedal travel is still firm and constant and pedal travel is not excessive, perform a road test on the vehicle. Make several normal (non-ABS) stops from a moderate speed in order to ensure proper brake system function. Allow adequate cooling time between stops.
21. If pedal travel feels soft or has excessive travel either initially or after the engine start, do not drive the vehicle. Rebleed the brake system.
22. Perform a road test on the vehicle. Make several normal (non-ABS) stops from a moderate speed in order to ensure proper brake system function. Allow adequate cooling time between stops.