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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB19909000 CD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMBLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM
1990 Saab 9000 CD, Standard
Bleeding Brake System
1990 Saab 9000 CD, StandardSECTION Bleeding Brake System
NOTE:
ALWAYS use DOT 4 brake fluid. DO NOT use DOT 5 brake fluid. Front wheels MUST be bled first.
- Press brake pedal approximately 20 times to depressurize brake system. Fill brake fluid reservoir. See BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING article in the BRAKES Section. Bleed left font wheel, then right front wheel.
- Connect bleed hose to left rear wheel. With brake pedal pressed, turn ignition on to activate electric hydraulic pump. When brake fluid from left rear wheel contains no air, tighten bleeder valve. Turn ignition off. Depressurize brake system and bleed right rear wheel using same procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.