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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 6 (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM - 4WAL)BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEMABS BLEEDING PROCEDURE
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD
Abs Bleeding Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Abs Bleeding Procedure
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Bleeding ABS system requires the use of Tech 2 scan tool. An assistant is required when performing bleeding procedures.
- Raise and support vehicle. Begin bleeding at right rear wheel. Install a clear plastic hose to bleed screw. Immerse other end of hose in container that is partially filled with clean brake fluid.
- Open bleed screw 1/2 to 1 full turn. Have assistant slowly depress brake pedal until it reaches full travel. Hold pedal until bleed screw is closed. Release brake pedal and wait 10-15 seconds. Repeat until clean bubble-free brake fluid is present at wheel bleed screw.
- Check master cylinder fluid level every 4-6 strokes of brake pedal to avoid running system dry. Repeat procedure on left rear, then right front, then left front. After bleeding all 4 wheels, go to next step.
- Using scan tool in FUNCTION TEST, run FUNCTION TEST 4 times consecutively while applying the brake pedal firmly. Release brake pedal between each test.
- Rebleed all 4 wheels to remove remaining air from brake system. Ensure brake pedal feel is appropriate before attempting to drive vehicle. Rebleed as many times as necessary to obtain appropriate pedal feel.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.