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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK1996ROADMASTER BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMBLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEMPRESSURE BLEEDING PROCEDURE
1996 Buick Roadmaster Base
Pressure Bleeding Procedure
1996 Buick Roadmaster BaseSECTION Pressure Bleeding Procedure
- Install Bleeder Adapter (J-29567) to brake master cylinder. Pressurize bleeder to 20-25 psi (1.41-1.76 kg/cm2 ). Connect bleeder hose to adapter, and bleed air from adapter.
- Raise and support vehicle. For rear drum brakes, manual override is required to permit fluid flow to front wheels when pressure bleeding. Use Proportioning Valve Depressor (J-39177) to hold valve stem of combination valve open during pressure bleeding.
- Starting at right rear wheel, place proper size box end wrench over bleeder valve. Attach one end of clear tube over valve and submerge other end in container partially filled with clean brake fluid.
- Loosen bleeder valve to purge air from cylinder. Tighten bleeder valve when air is no longer present in tube. Repeat sequence until all air is removed.
- Remove tube and wrench. Proceed to left rear, then right front and finish at left front wheel. Remove bleeder adapter, fill master cylinder and replace cover.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.