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Professor Griff · 03-21-2011, 06:20 AM

Or can I just bleed at that wheel? I think I know my answer, which isn't the one I'm hoping for

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Zea mays · 03-21-2011, 06:37 AM

I would just bleed the wheel, but I would be interested in what others think.

1coolcustomer · 03-21-2011, 06:45 AM

I would do them all and start at the furthest wheel away from the master cylinder. I usually spray some penetrating oil or WD40 on the bleeder screws the night before and then they should open up easier.

You could always just bleed the one and see what kind of pedal you have though, you might get away with just the one.

PDD · 03-21-2011, 06:59 AM

It depends on when the last time the brakes were bled. Some folks never bleed the brake system completely but I am a believer in having clean uncontaminated brake fluid.
I would say if the fluid in the Master cylinder reservoir is clean than just bleed that wheel and maybe the opposite wheel also.

Brake fluid captures moisture so it is a good idea to get rid of that moisture every year or so.

I know that is not what you want to hear but it is just just another opinion.

Professor Griff · 03-21-2011, 07:03 AM

Yeah just wasn't looking forward to doing all of the wheels. I'll check the brake fluid condition, bleed the wheel with the replacement caliper and see how it feels.

Narfcake · 03-21-2011, 08:48 AM

When it's caliper replacement time, the others usually aren't far behind on maintenance (pads, grease pins, check seals, etc.) ... to spend a bit more time checking (and bleeding) those too is time well spent IMHO.

Zea mays · 03-21-2011, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Narfcake

When it's caliper replacement time, the others usually aren't far behind on maintenance ...

Or maybe he just broke off the bleeder screw when doing a break job.

Zea mays · 03-21-2011, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by PDD

Brake fluid captures moisture so it is a good idea to get rid of that moisture every year or so.

My Honda Accord 2005 Service Manual calls for brake fluid replacement every 3 years (Dot 3).

Steel brake lines will rust through if the fluid is not replaced.

Dot 5 brake fluid is non-hydroscopic, but it is not compatible with ABS. It is often used in antique cars and cars stored for long periods of time.

Gimme3steps · 03-21-2011, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Zea mays

My Honda Accord 2005 Service Manual calls for brake fluid replacement every 3 years (Dot 3).

Steel brake lines will rust through if the fluid is not replaced.

Dot 5 brake fluid is non-hydroscopic, but it is not compatible with ABS. It is often used in antique cars and cars stored for long periods of time.

Don't you mean non-hygroscopic?

frankgn87 · 03-21-2011, 12:16 PM

bleed em all..