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Old Dec 29, 2011 | 07:56 PM
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what is the sequence recommended for bleeding brake in 1971? if i am just changing the rear calipers, do i need to bleed the fronts? thanks
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You start with the caliper furthest from the master cylinder: so right rear, left rear, right front, left front.
Normally you would not need to bleed the front if you are isolating work to the rear calipers, however if you think you let the level drop too low in the master cylinder at any time it is a good idea to do them as well.
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thank you, what about inner and outer bleeder? each caliper has 2 bleeder valves?
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I also use a rubber mallet and strike the caliper housing a few times to help dislodge any air bubbles stuck inside.
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Service manual says:

Left rear inner
Left rear outer

Right rear inner
Right rear outer

Right front

Left front

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