Vacuum Bleeding

WARNING: Brake fluid is poisonous. Avoid exposure to skin, eyes, and mouth.

CAUTION: Brake fluid damages painted surfaces. Avoid contact of all painted surfaces.

NOTE: On vehicles equipped with anti-lock brake systems (ABS), pump brake pedal at least 12 times before opening bleeder valve.

- Ensure brake master cylinder reservoir is properly filled with brake fluid.

NOTE: Follow manufacturers instructions. Ensure the hose connection at the bleeder valve is secure and air tight.

- Using a hand held vacuum pump, approved for brake fluid, attach the hose to the right rear bleeder valve.
- Loosen the bleeder valve, operate the pump as many times as necessary to clear brake of air.

TORQUE: 7mm bleeder valves to 3.5 - 5.0 Nm (31 - 44 in lb).
TORQUE: 9mm bleeder valves to 4.0 - 6.0 Nm (35 - 53 in lb).

- Close bleeder valve.
- Repeat steps 1 thru 4. Bleed remaining brakes in the following order Left rear, right front, and left front.
- Disconnect vacuum pump and ensure that brake master cylinder reservoir is properly filled.