Rickalodeon

I'll be getting my MityVac brake bleeding gizmo pretty soon.

I plan on using ATE Super Blue. Should I remove as much of the old fluid from the MC reservoir and replace it with the new fluid before starting the process? Also, does anyone know what the system capacity is? (How much should I have for the job?).

I know it's a simple process, but I was looking for any general flushing tips or tips specific to the tool. For example:
- njmaxseltd mentioned that I should watch for air leaks around the nipple during the bleeding process. jbreit suggested using antiseize around the nipple threads to prevent air leaks.


Any tips would be appreciated. Thanks.

pezking4

Start with the brake the fartherest away from the master cylinder and work your way closer. Passenger rear-> driver rear-> passenger front-> driver front. Make sure the master cylinder does not get too low. Having air in the system is not good. You stick the line inside a jar or cup with brake fluid in it, to keep air out of the line.

That should get you started, let me know if you have any other questions. The Hayne's manual is very helpful as well.

Rickalodeon

Great tip on the sequence. As far as line inside jar...Do you mean on the supply end (master cyl)?...to keep it full?

The big question: How much fluid will I need to do the entire flush?

Thanks.

pezking4

1 liter should be enough.

Rickalodeon

pezking4,
Thanks again. I'll take notes on my step-by-step and post them after the job is done. Maybe they'll get thrown into the "How To" forum if one ever gets created.