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TM10-3930-660-20
12-5.
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM - BLEEDING
This task covers:
Brake bleeding (purging air)
Initial Setup
Tools
Materials/Parts
Tool Kit, Automotive Mechanics
Clear Container, 1 Gal.
Two Hoses, 1/4 I.D. x 18 inch
Equipment Condition
Hydraulic Oil (APP. C, Item 35)
Vehicle parked on level ground.
Parking brake engaged.
Personnel Required
Two Personnel
BLEEDING PROCEDURE
1.
PLACE TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL AND
START ENGINE.
Bleed each brake caliper (1) separately.
If bleeding of more than one caliper
is necessary, always begin with caliper
furthest away from service brake control
valve and work in to the closest.
2.
INSTALL ONE TRANSPARENT HOSE OVER
EACH BRAKE BLEEDER VALVE (2) AND (3).
PLACE HOSE ENDS IN CLEAR CONTAINER
HALF FILLED WITH HYDRAULIC OIL.
DO not bleed brakes without bleeder
hoses over brake bleeder valves (2) and
(3) .
The vehicle is equipped with a
power braking system. Without bleeder
hoses attached, hydraulic oil can shoot
considerable distances and cause injury.
Always wear proper eye protection when
bleeding brakes.
12-10
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