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Old Jan 11, 2005 | 11:01 PM
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I know this is a novice question, but here it is. I purchased fom stainless brake lines from Rippie. When I install them, and have the lines removed, do I need to be concerned about draining the brake fluid from teh ABS unit? Of course, when I refill and flush the brakes, I will purge air from the brakelines, but what about the ABS unit?
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Old Jan 11, 2005 | 11:27 PM
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Default Bleeding after replacing flex lines

Hi
I have replaced the flex lines and didn't need to work the ABS.

I think the only time you need to work the ABS with the TECHII is when you want to purge the brake fluid completley.

Good luck,
Steve
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Old Jan 11, 2005 | 11:29 PM
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Old Jan 12, 2005 | 06:55 AM
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if you don't let the master cylinder run dry, you should be fine with a normal bleed.

I did let it drain dry accidently once and was worried that i wouldn't be able to get all the air out, but it worked fine.

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get a few rubber caps at the auto store 3/8" I think to save the mess.
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get a few rubber caps at the auto store 3/8" I think to save the mess.
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