Brake Bleeding Question
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Brake Bleeding Question
I'm waiting for my "One Man Break Bleeding System" to arrive from Griot's Garage.
It's a system where you create a vacuum within a canister and open a valve to let the brake fluid drain into a self containing canister.
My question is; Can I bleed the brake system myself in my 2000' C5 or does the Dealer have to do this?
I'm not sure with all the Traction Control and Ride Control options if this is something that can be done by myself. Does the Vette have to be running?
If this is something I can do myself, does anyone know the correct sequence or procedure?
i.e.(RR,LR,RF,LF). Any help would be appreciated.
It's a system where you create a vacuum within a canister and open a valve to let the brake fluid drain into a self containing canister.
My question is; Can I bleed the brake system myself in my 2000' C5 or does the Dealer have to do this?
I'm not sure with all the Traction Control and Ride Control options if this is something that can be done by myself. Does the Vette have to be running?
If this is something I can do myself, does anyone know the correct sequence or procedure?
i.e.(RR,LR,RF,LF). Any help would be appreciated.
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Yes, you can bleed without affecting ABS etc as long as the master cylinder doesn't get to low. I used a Motive Power Bleeder but Griots makes great products, so you should be set there. As long as you are going to bleed you may want to put in a higher performance fluid. I used ATE Blue Racing Brake Fluid (Dot 4). It comes in blue and amber. Besides being a better product, it is helpful in knowing when you have fully bled the line. Also, now is the time to consider ceramic or high performance brake pads and/or Stainless Steel lines. Good Luck.
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Last edited by JGVette; Oct 10, 2005 at 09:31 PM.
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I have found the "push the fluid throught the master cylinder" type bleeders are better than the "draw the fluid through the caliper" type bleeders.
Hopefully... whatever you have purchased will work out best for you.
VR
Hopefully... whatever you have purchased will work out best for you.
VR
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Be careful changing DOT numbers. Some are compatible, some aren't. Do your homework. I believe DOT 3,4, and 5.1 can be mixed. But DOT 5 requires a full flush and cleaning of the system.
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From: American Canyon Lethal Injection
Originally Posted by Dustie
RR-LR-RF-LF is correct for 97 to 00 cars. Don't let the master fluid level get low....
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From: American Canyon Lethal Injection
Originally Posted by rikhek
Potential for leaving air in the system. if it's braking straight you should be alright.
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My 01 factory manual says, RR-LF-LR-RF, no matter what sequence you use you won't get air in the system unless the master cylinder runs out, you'll just use more fluid to flush the system
Last edited by 1KLRTOY; Oct 11, 2005 at 01:18 AM.
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From: American Canyon Lethal Injection
Originally Posted by 1KLRTOY
My 01 factory manual says, RR-LF-LR-RF, no matter what sequence you use you won't get air in the system unless the master cylinder runs out, you'll just use more fluid to flush the system
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Originally Posted by Dustie
RR-LR-RF-LF is correct for 97 to 00 cars. Don't let the master fluid level get low....
2001+ is different.I just did my 97' & 00' coupes........
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...916&forum_id=1
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...917&forum_id=1
