Changing Brake Fluid
Drain and Refill
CAUTION: Refill with new brake fluid "DOT 3".
Never reuse drained brake fluid.
Do not let brake fluid come in contact with painted surfaces on the body. This might damage the paint, so if it does come in contact, immediately wipe area and wash off with water.
1. Connect a vinyl tube to air bleeder.
2. Depress the brake pedal, loosen the air bleeder, and gradually remove the brake fluid.
3. Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the negative battery cable.
4. Make sure there is no foreign material in the reservoir tank, and refill with new brake fluid.
5. Rest foot on brake pedal. Loosen air bleeder. Slowly depress pedal until it stops. Tighten air bleeder. Release brake pedal. Repeat this process a few times, then pause to add new brake fluid to master cylinder. Continue until new brake fluid flows out. Bleed Air.
- Refill with recommended Genuine Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116).
- Never reuse drained brake fluid.
- Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas.