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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Pressure Bleeding

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Pressure Bleeding
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION: Use Bleeder Tank (C-3496-B) or equivalent with Adapter (6921), to pressurize the hydraulic system for bleeding. Follow pressure bleeder manufacturer's instructions for use of pressure bleeding system.
  1. Install the Adapter, Master Cylinder, Pressure Bleed Cap (6921) on the fluid reservoir of the master cylinder. See Fig 1 . Attach the fluid hose from the pressure bleeder to the fitting on Adapter (6921).
  2. Attach a clear plastic hose to the bleeder screw at one wheel and feed the hose into a clear jar containing fresh brake fluid.
    3. CAUTION: "Just cracking" the bleeding screw often restricts fluid flow, allow only a slow, weak fluid discharge of fluid. This practice will NOT get all the air out. Make sure the bleeder is opened is opened at least one full turn when bleeding.
  3. Open the left rear wheel bleeder screw at least one full turn or more to obtain an adequate flow of brake fluid.
  4. After 4-8 ounces of brake fluid has been bled through the hydraulic system, and an air-free flow is maintained in the hose and jar, this will indicate a good bleed of the hydraulic system has been obtained.
  5. Repeat the procedure at all other remaining bleeder screws.
  6. Check pedal travel. If pedal travel is excessive or has not been improved, enough fluid has not passed through the system to expel all the trapped air. Be sure to monitor the fluid level so air will not enter the brake system through the master cylinder.
  7. Perform final adjustment of the parking brake shoes (when applicable), then test drive vehicle to be sure brakes are operating correctly and that pedal is solid.
Fig 1: Pressure Bleeding Brake System
G00200970Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
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