Published: 11-May-2011

2007.0 Range Rover Sport (LS), 206-00

Brake System - General Information

Brake System Pressure Bleeding - Vehicles With: Standard Brakes (G297655)

GENERAL PROCEDURES
  • 70.25.02
  • Brakes - complete system - bleed
  • Without Brembo
  • 0.30
  • USED WITHINS
WARNING:

If any components upstream of the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU), including the HCU itself are replaced, the brake system must be bled using the procedure on T4, to ensure that all the air is expelled from the new component(s).

NOTE:

The following procedure covers bleeding the complete system. Where only the primary or secondary brake circuits have been disturbed in isolation, it should only be necessary to bleed that circuit. Partial bleeding of the hydraulic system is only permissible if a brake tube or hose has been disconnected with only minimal loss of fluid.

  1. WARNING:

    Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

    Raise and support the vehicle.
  2. Check that all the brake line connections are tight and that there are no signs of leaks. For additional information, refer to: Specifications (206-00, Specifications).
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    Release the 3 clips and remove the cover.
  4. WARNING:

    Do not allow dirt or foreign liquids to enter the reservoir. Use only new brake fluid of the correct specification from airtight containers. Do not mix brands of brake fluid as they may not be compatible.

    CAUTION:

    Brake fluid will damage paint finished surfaces. If spilled, immediately remove the fluid and clean the area with water.

    Fill the brake fluid reservoir to the MAX mark.
  5. Install the bleed tube to the brake caliper bleed screw and immerse the free end of the bleed tube in a bleed jar containing a small quantity of approved brake fluid.
  6. Starting at the brake caliper furthest away from the brake master cylinder, loosen the bleed screw by one-half turn.
  7. CAUTION:

    The brake fluid reservoir must remain full with new, clean brake fluid at all times during bleeding.

    Depress the brake pedal steadily through its full stroke and allow to return to the rest position. Repeat the procedure until a flow of clean, air-free fluid is being pumped into the bleed jar.
  8. CAUTION:

    Make sure the bleed screw cap is installed after bleeding. This will prevent corrosion to the bleed screw.

    With the brake pedal fully depressed, tighten the bleed screw to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
  9. Fill the brake fluid reservoir to the MAX mark.
  10. WARNING:

    Braking efficiency may be seriously impaired if an incorrect bleed sequence is used.

    Repeat the brake bleeding procedure for each brake caliper.
  11. Using T4, bleed the braking system.
  12. Apply the brakes and check for leaks.
  13. Install the cover.