Bleeding Brake System: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Jeep Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Use only DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container.

Observe following precautions during brake bleeding procedure.

DO NOT allow master cylinder to run out of fluid when bleeding brakes. Check fluid level frequently and add fluid as necessary.
DO NOT pump brake pedal during bleeding procedure unless directed to do so.
Bleed only one brake system component at a time. Use a bleed hose on each wheel cylinder and caliper bleed screw.
Be sure to tighten each bleed screw when bleeding is complete.
If replacement master cylinder is to be installed, bench bleed master cylinder before installation.

If combination valve is replaced, bleed combination valve before bleeding system at wheels.

NOTE: ABS system bleeding requires conventional bleeding methods (manual or pressure) plus ABS bleeding method (using scan tool). See MANUAL BLEEDING or PRESSURE BLEEDING plus ABS BLEEDING . Bleed system using conventional bleeding method, then using ABS bleeding method. Repeat conventional bleeding method.