Bleeding Procedure
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CAUTION:
DO NOT allow reservoir to run dry during brake bleeding procedure. Use only clean, uncontaminated brake fluid. DO NOT mix different brands of brake fluid, as they may not be compatible.
Raise and support vehicle. Fill master cylinder reservoir to maximum mark with clean brake fluid. Bleed brakes in sequence. See BRAKELINE BLEEDING SEQUENCE table. After bleeding brakes, depress brake pedal with a force equal to an abrupt stop. If sponginess exists, repeat bleeding procedure. For ABS-equipped models, see appropriate ANTI-LOCK article.
BRAKELINE BLEEDING SEQUENCE
| Application | Sequence |
|---|---|
| Esteem & Swift | RR, LF, LR & RF |
| Grand Vitara & Vitara (w/o ABS) | RF, LF, LSPV & LR |
| Grand Vitara & Vitara (w/ ABS) | RF, LF & LR |