Overview

Bleeding the hydraulic brake system is an essential factor for regular brake servicing.

Top up the master cylinder reservoir with new brake fluid of the recommended type. DO NOT REUSE BRAKE FLUID
Start with the far rear wheel cylinder. Thoroughly wipe from the bleeder screw any mud or dust present, so that the outlet hole is free from foreign matter
Attach a vinyl hose to the wheel cylinder bleeder screw. Dip the end of the vinyl hose in a jar containing some brake fluid
Crack open the bleeder screw
Depress the brake pedal two or three times. Dirty (old) brake fluid should appear in the jar
Check the master cylinder and top up as necessary.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 until clean fluid comes out. Then close the bleeder screw.
Repeat for the other rear brake, and then for each front wheel.

CAUTION: If the master cylinder is allowed to run empty, do a full brake bleeding operation.

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