GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

    Caution: Brake fluid may irritate eyes and skin. In case of contact, take the following actions:

       • Eye contact--rinse thoroughly with water.
       • Skin contact--wash with soap and water.
       • If ingested--consult a physician immediately.

    Caution: Use only Delco Supreme 11, GM P/N 12377967 (Canadian P/N 992667), or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed container. Do not use fluid from an open container that may be contaminated with water. Improper or contaminated fluid could result in damage to components, or loss of braking, with possible injury.

    Notice: When filling the master cylinder, use only Delco Supreme 11, GM P/N 12377967 (Canadian P/N 992667), or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid. Do not use a container which has been used for petroleum based fluids, or a container which is wet with water. Petroleum based fluids will cause swelling and distortion of rubber parts in the hydraulic brake system, and water will mix with brake fluid, lowering the boiling point. Keep all fluid containers capped to prevent contamination.

  1. Fill the reservoir with brake fluid and keep full throughout the entire bleeding process.
  2. Install adapters into each master cylinder outlet port.
  3. Attach a piece of plastic tubing to each adapter and submerge the other ends in the reservoir. Make sure the tubes remain submerged in the fluid.
  4. Using a wooden or plastic dowel, slowly push in the master cylinder piston and release. Repeat the process until there is no sign of air (bubbles) in the brake fluid.