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Brake Bleeder Machine (Flush)

Correction code 33031205 0.06 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

  • 2023-06-28: Clarified steps and noted that this procedure is for the Bremsen brake bleeder machine.
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This procedure instructs how to prime the Bremsen brake bleeder (EMEA) machine with DOT5.1 fluid.
  1. Turn on the brake bleeder.
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    Plug in the machine, turn on the power switch, and make sure the pressure is turned off.
  2. Prepare to drain brake fluid from the bleeder.
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    Lift the suction hoses out of the fluid and up to the container's rim, then open the pressure valve slightly.
  3. Drain the brake fluid from the brake bleeder.
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    Connect the filling adapter and hold it above a fluid container, press the start button until there is no more brake fluid coming out.
  4. Flush the brake bleeder with the new container of DOT5.1 fluid that will be used on the vehicle.
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    Put the suction hoses in the container of new fluid, hold the filling adapter over an empty fluid container, and press the start button until ~200 ml of fluid has been dispensed.
  5. Return the brake bleeder to its initial state.
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    Put the suction hoses back to DOT4 brake fluid container and turn the machine off.
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    If in the future the bleeder machine is used to apply DOT4 fluid to a vehicle, the DOT5.1 fluid does not need to be flushed out.