AIR BLEEDING (BRAKE SYSTEM)

ABS Air Bleeding

1. If the ABS HU is not filled with brake fluid, perform air bleeding by using the WDS or equivalent.

Manual Air Bleeding

Warning

• Use of any brake fluid other than the specified brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

•  Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

• Do not allow the reserve tank to run dry during the air bleeding operation. Keep the reserve tank filled with the specified brake fluid. Never reuse the brake fluid that has been drained from the hydraulic system.

Caution

• Brake fluid will damage painted surfaces. Be careful not to spill any on painted surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled, wipe it off immediately.

Note

• When any part of the hydraulic system has been disconnected for repair or replacement, air may enter the system, causing spongy brake pedal action. This requires the air bleeding of the hydraulic system after it has been correctly connected.

All models

Caution

• Do not let the reserve tank run dry. Be sure to check the brake fluid level in the reserve tank often.

1. Fill the reserve tank with specified brake fluid.

2. Begin air bleeding the system, going in order from the rear wheel (LH), to the rear wheel (RH), then to the front wheel (LH) and ending with the front wheel (RH).

Vehicles equipped with rear brake (drum)

1. Attach a rubber drain hose to the bleeder screw and submerge the free end of the hose in a container partially filled with clean brake fluid.

2. Have an assistant pump the brake pedal 10 times and then hold firm pressure on the brake pedal.

3. Loosen the bleeder screw until brake fluid flow stops. Maintain pressure on the brake pedal and tighten the bleeder screw.

4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until clear, bubble-free brake fluid flows.

5. Tighten the bleeder screw.

6. Continue air bleeding the rest of the system.

Vehicles equipped with front brake (disc)

1. Attach a rubber drain hose to the bleeder screw and submerge the free end of the hose in a container partially filled with clean brake fluid.

2. Have an assistant pump the brake pedal 10 times and then hold firm pressure on the brake pedal.

3. Loosen the bleeder screw until brake fluid flow stops. Maintain pressure on the brake pedal and tighten the bleeder screw.

4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until clear, bubble-free brake fluid flows.

5. Tighten the bleeder screw.

6. Fill the reserve tank and install the cap.

Gravity Bleed

All models

Caution

• Do not let the reserve tank run dry. Be sure to check the brake fluid level in the reserve tank often.

1. Fill the reserve tank with specified brake fluid.

2. Begin air bleeding the system, going in order from the rear wheel (LH), to the rear wheel (RH), then to the front wheel (LH) and ending with the front wheel (RH).

Vehicles equipped with rear brake (drum)

1. Loosen the bleeder screw and leave open until clear, bubble-free brake fluid flows.

2. Tighten the bleeder screw.

Vehicles equipped with front brake (disc)

1. Loosen the bleeder screw and leave open until clear, bubble-free brake fluid flows.

2. Tighten the bleeder screw.

3. Fill the reserve tank with brake fluid and install the cap.