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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1998FORESTER L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMBLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEMABS BLEEDING PROCEDURE
1998 Subaru Forester L, Standard
Abs Bleeding Procedure
1998 Subaru Forester L, StandardSECTION Abs Bleeding Procedure
- Attach one end of tubing to right front brake caliper bleeder screw and place other end into container. Have assistant depress and hold pressure on brake pedal. Open bleeder screw 1-2 seconds and then close bleeder screw. Release pressure on brake pedal and wait 3-4 seconds. Repeat procedure at left rear, left front and right rear until air has been bled from system.
- Perform sequence control. See SEQUENCE CONTROL under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM .
- Start engine. Depress brake pedal using about 66 lbs. (30 kg) force and hold it for about 20 seconds. Release pedal and apply once again. If pedal feels spongy or soft, air may be in system. Repeat bleeding procedure. Install wheels. Test drive vehicle for 1-2 miles, ensuring proper operation of brakes.
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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.