2000 Chrysler Town & Country Limited BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM



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CAUTION: Use only DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container. NOTE: ABS bleeding requires conventional bleeding methods (manual or pressure) plus ABS bleeding method (using scan tool). See MANUAL BLEEDING or PRESSURE BLEEDING plus ABS BLEEDING . Bleed system using either conventional bleeding method, then using ABS bleeding method. Repeat conventional bleeding method. Observe following precautions during brake bleeding procedure. DO NOT allow master cylinder to run out of fluid when bleeding brakes. Check fluid level frequently and add fluid as necessary. DO NOT pump brake pedal during bleeding procedure unless directed to do so. Bleed only one brake system component at a time. Use a bleed hose on each wheel cylinder and caliper bleed screw. Be sure to tighten each bleed screw when bleeding is complete. If master cylinder has been overhauled or a new cylinder is to be installed, bench bleed master cylinder before installation. MANUAL BLEEDING 1. Fill master cylinder. Install clear vinyl bleed hose onto left rear bleed screw. Place other end of hose in clean transparent container. 2. Partially fill a container with clean brake fluid. Submerge end of hose in fluid. Pump pedal 3-4 times and hold. Open bleed screw at least one turn. 3. Close bleed screw. Release pedal. Repeat procedure until flow of brake fluid is clear and free of bubbles. Proceed to next bleed screw of brake bleeding sequence. See BLEEDING SEQUENCE table.




 

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