Figure 3-6. Handbrake lever, cable and control linkage.

TM 10-3930-609-12

ME 3930-609-12/3-6

Figure 3-6. Handbrake lever, cable and control linkage.

hose in clean container partially filled with hy-

(4) Maintain fluid level in master cylinder

draulic brake fluid. Be sure end of hose is sub-

and continue to operate brake pedal until fluid

merged in the hydraulic fluid.

flows in a steady solid stream without air bub-

(3) Turn bleeder screw counterclockwise

bles. Close bleeder screw by turning it clock-

three-quarters of a turn. Apply steady pressure

wise. Remove bleeder hose, and replace small

to brake pedal. Hydraulic fluid containing air

screw in bleeder screw.

bubbles should be forced through bleeder hose

(5) Repeat bleeding procedure at other

into container.

wheel, replenishing brake fluid in master cy-

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