Bleeding Brake System: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lincoln Town Car and 2003 Lincoln Town Car. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.

NOTE: When any part of the hydraulic system has been disconnected for repair or installation of new components, air can enter the system and cause spongy brake pedal action. This requires bleeding of the hydraulic system after it has been correctly connected. The hydraulic system can be bled manually or with pressure bleeding equipment.

NOTE: If the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) or any component upstream of the HCU are installed new, carry out the brake system bleed procedure first without the diagnostic tool, followed by the brake system bleed procedure using the diagnostic tool. This reduces the risk of trapping air in the HCU.