FAQ for Brake Master Cylinder Bleeder Tool Repair
Q: How do I bleed the master cylinder?
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Start with securing the mounting flange of the brake master cylinder with a bench vise, then remove the reservoir cap and diaphragm. install suitable fittings to the master cylinder ports. Install transparent hoses to the fittings installed on the master cylinder ports. Route the hoses. Fill the master cylinder reservoir to the halfway mark. Be sure that the ends of the transparent hoses running into the master cylinder reservoir are submerged in the brake fluid. Use a smooth, round-ended tool, to depress and release the primary piston. Release the primary piston until fluid flows from the ports with no air bubbles. Remove the hoses from the reservoir. Install the master cylinder reservoir cap and diaphragm. Remove the fittings with the hoses from the cylinder ports. Then remove the master cylinder.
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16/03/2022 Q: How do I deplete the brake booster power reserve?
A:
Apply the brakes 3-5 times or until the brake pedal effort increases significantly, to deplete the brake booster power reserve.
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16/03/2022 Q: How do I deplete the brake system?
A:
Press the brakes 3-5 times, or until the brake pedal effort rises significantly.
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16/03/2022 Q: What is the bleed procedure for the antilock brake system?
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The procedure is to install a scan tool, bleed the base brake system, and remove the scan tool.
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11/03/2022 Q: What is the recommended brake fluid?
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The recommended brake fluid is Delco Supreme 11 or DOT 3 brake fluid.
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09/03/2022 Q: What is the recommended brake oil?
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Delco Supreme 11 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container.
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09/03/2022 Q: What special tools will I need when performing the hydraulic brake system bleeding?
A:
You will be needing a Diaphragm Type Brake Pressure Bleeder and a Brake Pressure Bleeder Adapter.
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