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NOTE: Deplete the vacuum reserve by applying the brakes several times.

1. Fill master cylinder with brake fluid and keep at least one-half full of fluid during bleeding operation. Bleed the brakes in the following sequence: right front, right rear, left rear and left front.

Figure 3-11 Submerging Bleeder Hose In Container:





2. With the proper size box end wrench over bleeder valve, attach bleeder tube to valve and allow tube to hang submerged in brake fluid in a clean glass jar.
3. Open the bleeder valve and fully depress the brake pedal.
4. Close bleeder valve and release brake pedal.
5. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until all air is evacuated. Check and refill master cylinder reservoir as required to prevent air from being drawn through master cylinder.
6. Repeat the bleeding procedure at all wheels if the entire system is to be bled.
7. Check the brake pedal feel for "sponginess" and repeat entire bleeding procedure if necessary.