02/03/2020 13:50:14
Bleed Procedure - One Caliper (Remove and Replace)
Correction Code 33031102
Warning
If the 12V power
supply is disconnected, do not attempt to open any doors with door glass in
closed position. Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass
shatter.
Note
Before
disconnecting the 12V power supply, ensure that the driver’s door window is
fully open. Failure to follow this instruction could result in vehicle
lockout.
Bleed
Note
The bleed procedure requires bleeding through the outboard bleed nipple of
each caliper, bleeding through the inboard bleed nipple, then bleeding through
the outboard bleed nipple again.
Note
A pressure bleeder is required to properly bleed the brake system. Do not use
a vacuum bleeder.
- Remove the rear underhood apron (refer to procedure).
- Disconnect 12V power. See Disconnect 12V Power .
- Remove the road wheel (refer to procedure).
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Clean the area surrounding the brake fluid reservoir cap, then remove the
cap.
NotePlace suitable absorbent material around the affected area to absorb any possible fluid spillage.CAUTIONIf brake fluid is spilled on a painted surface, wash off immediately with clean water.
- If the brake fluid is excessively dirty, use a syringe to remove the brake fluid from the reservoir.
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Top off the brake fluid reservoir.
WarningUse the brake fluid specified in this manual only (Fluids .WarningUse only new brake fluid from a sealed container. Do not reuse brake fluid.
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Install the pressure bleeder on the reservoir. Fill the pressure bleeder
with sufficient brake fluid to replace all fluid used during the bleed
procedure.
WarningUse the brake fluid specified in this manual only (Fluids ).WarningUse only new brake fluid from a sealed container. Do not reuse brake fluid.NoteThis procedure requires a significant amount of fluid. Make sure that the pressure bleeder reservoir is adequately filled before continuing.
- Set the pressure bleeder to 30 PSI (2.07 bar).
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Pressure bleed the affected caliper.
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Repeat step 9, using the inboard bleed nipple.
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Repeat step 9, using the outboard bleed nipple a second time.
- Leave the pressure bleeder attached to the reservoir.
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Manually bleed the affected caliper.
NoteThis step requires an assistant.
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Repeat step 13, using the inboard bleed nipple.
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Repeat step 13, using the outboard bleed nipple a second time.
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Remove the pressure bleeder in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
CAUTIONIf brake fluid is spilled on a painted surface, wash off immediately with clean water.
- Check the brake fluid level, and top off the fluid if required.
- Install the brake fluid reservoir cap.
- Reconnect 12V power.
- Reinstall the road wheel.
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Sit in the driver's seat and pump the brake pedal several times. Check for
a short, firm travel when the brakes are applied.
NoteIf the brake pedal is soft, bleed the complete system (refer to procedure).
- Perform the brake pad burnishing procedure (refer to procedure).