The following procedure provides a complete Delco Bosch
5 brake system bleed. The procedure cycles the system valves and runs the
pump in order to purge air from the secondary circuits. The secondary
circuits are normally closed Off during non-ABS/TCS mode operation and
bleeding. Use this procedure when it is suspected that air has been ingested
into the secondary circuits, or after BPMV replacement.
Bleed Instructions
- Raise the vehicle on a suitable support. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General
Information.
- Remove all four tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to
Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
in Tires
and Wheels.
- Inspect the brake system for leaks and visual damage.
- Inspect the battery state of charge. Refer to
Battery Check
in Engine Electrical.
- Connect the Scan Tool to the DLC.
- Turn the ignition to RUN. Do not start the engine.
- Establish communications with the scan tool.
- Select the ABS/TCS system features.
- Select Special Functions.
- Select Auto Bleed Procedure.
- Bleed the base brake system. Refer to
Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding
in Hydraulic Brakes.
- Follow the scan tool driven instructions until the proper brake
pedal height is achieved.
- If any malfunctions are detected, the bleed procedure will be
aborted:
• | If DTCs are present, the scan tool will display DTCs Present or
will list the DTCs, depending on when the DTCs were set. |
• | DTCs can be cleared in the Trouble Codes mode. Refer to the appropriate
DTC in order to clear the DTC. |
• | Correct all system malfunctions before attempting the bleed procedure
again. |
• | If a road test is required for diagnosis, and the brake pedal
is spongy, perform a conventional brake bleed. Refer to
Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding
. Achieve a firm
pedal before driving the vehicle. |
- When the auto bleed procedure is complete, perform the following
steps:
• | Press the brake pedal. The brake pedal should be high and firm. |
• | If the pedal is not firm, inspect the brake system for conditions
that might cause the condition. Refer to Brake System Testing in Hydraulic
Brakes. |
• | If the brake system is OK, and excess pedal travel persists, repeat
the bleed procedure. |
- Disconnect the scan tool.
- Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to
Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
in Tires
and Wheels.
- Inspect the brake fluid level and fill as necessary. Refer to
Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
in Hydraulic Brakes.
- Road test the vehicle while making several ABS/TCS actuations
in a suitable area. The brake pedal should remain high and firm throughout
the test.